Article
Parasitology
Hong-xi Zhao, Xiao-qing Zan, Jin-zhong Tao, Xin-gang Dan
Summary: This study investigated the distribution of tick-borne pathogens among Bactrian camels in Gansu Province, China and found that the ticks collected from the camels carried various pathogens. These findings provide a theoretical basis for further research on the epidemiology of tick-borne pathogens in Bactrian camels in this region.
ACTA PARASITOLOGICA
(2023)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Maryam Rahravani, Meysam Moravedji, Ehsan Mostafavi, Mohammad Mahdi Mozoun, Ameer Hosseyn Zeeyaie, Mehrdad Mohammadi, Hamid Seyfi, Ghazaaleh Adhami, Saber Esmaeili, Mehrdad Ameri
Summary: This study evaluated the prevalence of tick-borne haemoparasite infections in small ruminants and their tick vectors in Kurdistan province, western Iran. The prevalence of Theileria, Anaplasma, and Babesia infections was found to be high. There was also an association between pathogen prevalence and clinical hematological findings. Future studies are recommended to further understand the epidemiology of these infections in Iran.
RESEARCH IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Joseph Wang'ang'a Oundo, Daniel Masiga, Quirine ten Bosch, Jandouwe Villinger, Constantianus J. M. Koenraadt, Shewit Kalayou
Summary: Tick-borne diseases are a significant issue in livestock health in sub-Saharan Africa, including coastal Kenya. This study investigates the epidemiology and management factors of tick-borne diseases in zebu cattle in coastal Kenya.
PREVENTIVE VETERINARY MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Paul Franck Adjou Moumouni, Germaine Lim-Bamba Minoungou, Christian Enonkpon Dovonou, Eloiza May Galon, Artemis Efstratiou, Maria Agnes Tumwebaze, Benedicto Byamukama, Patrick Vudriko, Rika Umemiya-Shirafuji, Hiroshi Suzuki, Xuenan Xuan
Summary: This study investigated cattle farms in the Sahel region of northern Burkina Faso and found tick infestations and piroplasma infections among the cattle population in this area. The findings suggest the importance of tick control and prevention of tick-borne diseases in strategies to improve animal health.
Article
Microbiology
Kimberly J. Ledger, Lorenza Beati, Samantha M. Wisely
Summary: This study aimed to describe the occurrence of ticks and tick-borne pathogens in different land use types in southern Africa. Through molecular techniques, 1716 ticks were screened for infection, revealing multiple pathogen species across seven tick species collected. The findings suggest that tick species and the pathogens they carry may vary according to land use, highlighting the importance of comprehensive surveillance in understanding the diversity and ecology of tick-borne pathogens.
Review
Parasitology
El-Sayed El-Alfy, Ibrahim Abbas, Rana Elseadawy, Somaya Saleh, Bassem Elmishmishy, Shimaa Abd El-Salam El-Sayed, Mohamed Abdo Rizk
Summary: Background buffaloes are economically important in many countries, especially in Asia, but they are commonly infected by tick-borne pathogens (TBPs) that can cause serious diseases. This investigation aimed to determine the prevalence of TBPs infecting buffaloes worldwide. Global data on TBPs in buffaloes were collected and analyzed using meta-analysis, revealing a high species diversity and highlighting the economic implications for the livestock industries.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2023)
Article
Microbiology
Eloiza May Galon, Rochelle Haidee Ybanez, Adrian Miki Macalanda, Giemelene Rose Estabillo, Margaret Therese Rose Montano, Marielle Danise Veedor, Anatolio Garvida, Ralph Joselle Fabon, Mary Ruth Callanta, Kim Joseph Labutong, Maria Agnes Tumwebaze, Benedicto Byamukama, Shengwei Ji, Iqra Zafar, Adrian Ybanez, Xuenan Xuan
Summary: Goats play a key role in livestock farming and contribute to agricultural development for smallholder farmers worldwide. However, various factors, including tick-borne diseases, often limit goat production. This study identified Babesia ovis, Theileria spp., and Anaplasma spp. in goats from the Philippines for the first time, highlighting their prevalence and potential impact on goat health and production.
Article
Parasitology
Dieter J. A. Heylen, Bersissa Kumsa, Elikira Kimbita, Mwiine Nobert Frank, Dennis Muhanguzi, Frans Jongejan, Safiou Bienvenu Adehan, Alassane Toure, Fred Aboagye-Antwi, Ndudim Isaac Ogo, Nick Juleff, Dionne Crafford, Josephus Fourie, Michel Labuchange, Maxime Madder
Summary: This study conducted a surveillance of tick-borne pathogens in cattle in rural areas of several African countries. The prevalence of different pathogens varied among countries and was associated with the distribution of specific vector ticks. Factors such as age, gender, weight, and tick exposure were also found to be related to infections. The findings of this study can provide important insights for monitoring and prevention of tick-borne pathogens in cattle.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2023)
Review
Infectious Diseases
El-Sayed El-Alfy, Ibrahim Abbas, Somaya Saleh, Rana Elseadawy, Ragab M. Fereig, Mohamed Abdo Rizk, Xuenan Xuan
Summary: Published data on tick-borne pathogens in camels worldwide have been collected, providing an overview of their global prevalence and species diversity. Evidence of natural infection of camels with certain tick-borne pathogens is limited, particularly because most of the camels were considered healthy at the time of sampling. More research is needed to understand the role of camels in maintaining and transmitting these pathogens.
TICKS AND TICK-BORNE DISEASES
(2024)
Article
Microbiology
Latifa Elhachimi, Carolien Rogiers, Stijn Casaert, Siham Fellahi, Thomas Van Leeuwen, Wannes Dermauw, Felix Valcarcel, Angeles Sonia Olmeda, Sylvie Daminet, Sarah El Hamiani Khatat, Hamid Sahibi, Luc Duchateau
Summary: Tick-borne pathogens were investigated in cattle in the Rabat-Sale-Kenitra region of Morocco, revealing a high prevalence and diversity of tick species, with Anaplasma/Ehrlichia spp. having the highest infection rate. Risk factors for pathogen abundance included crossbreeds, females, older age, and high tick infestation. Locations with the highest prevalence of tick-borne pathogens were Jorf El Melha, Sidi Yahya Zaer, Ait Ichou, and Arbaoua.
Article
Infectious Diseases
Onur Ceylan, Byamukama Benedicto, Ceylan Ceylan, Maria Tumwebaze, Eloiza May Galon, Mingming Liu, Xuenan Xuan, Ferda Sevinc
Summary: This study detected Babesia ovis DNA and Anaplasma phagocytophilum in Turkish racehorses for the first time. Future research should focus on Babesia ovis and conduct detailed studies on its transmission pathways and clinical effects in horses.
TICKS AND TICK-BORNE DISEASES
(2021)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Omer Orkun
Summary: This study investigated a wide range of tick-borne pathogens circulating among ticks and grazing ruminants in Anatolia, Turkey. PCR-sequencing analyses revealed great diversity of tick-borne pathogens, and 32 different agents were identified in the ticks. Additionally, the presence of Neoehrlichia mikurensis, an emerging pathogen for humans, was reported for the first time in Turkey.
TICKS AND TICK-BORNE DISEASES
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Eloiza May Galon, Adrian Miki Macalanda, Mary Margarett Garcia, Chrysler James Ibasco, Anatolio Garvida, Shengwei Ji, Iqra Zafar, Yae Hasegawa, Mingming Liu, Rochelle Haidee Ybanez, Rika Umemiya-Shirafuji, Adrian Ybanez, Florencia Claveria, Xuenan Xuan
Summary: Tick-borne diseases significantly impact equine health and the global horse racing industry. This study in the Philippines identified Babesia caballi, Theileria equi, Anaplasma phagocytophilum, Borrelia burgdorferi sensu lato, A. marginale, and Coxiella burnetii in racehorses, with gender being a significant risk factor for infection. The findings contribute to the development of equine tick-borne disease control programs in the country.
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Heather Graham, Paul van Kalsbeek, Jeanet van der Goot, Miriam G. J. Koene
Summary: This study provides an update on the current status of equine piroplasmosis (EP) in horses in the Netherlands. The seroprevalence of EP in Dutch horses is very low, while horses from abroad have a higher seroprevalence. Monitoring of EP is necessary due to the presence of tick vectors and the import of horses from endemic areas.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Parasitology
Stacy Q. Y. Chong, Darren Yeo, Nur Insyirah Aidil, Jasmine L. Y. Ong, Amy H. J. Chan, Charlene Judith Fernandez, Bryan T. M. Lim, Max D. Y. Khoo, Anna M. S. Wong, Siow Foong Chang, Him Hoo Yap
Summary: This study reports the detection of a novel Babesia species in Amblyomma javanense ticks, the main ectoparasite of Sunda pangolins. The results showed a high prevalence of Babesia DNA in both ticks and pangolins across Singapore. Further studies are needed to confirm vector competency and explore other transmission pathways. There is a potential risk for this novel Babesia species to cause disease in other animals or humans.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2023)
Article
Parasitology
Mona S. Mahmoud, Omnia M. Kandil, Nadia T. Abu El-Ezz, Seham H. M. Hendawy, Bassma S. M. Elsawy, Donald P. Knowles, Reginaldo G. Bastos, Lowell S. Kappmeyer, Jacob M. Laughery, Heba F. Alzan, Carlos E. Suarez
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2020)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Abdullah D. Alanazi, Abdulaziz S. Alouffi, Mohammad Y. Alshahrani, Mohamed S. Alyousif, Hend H. A. M. Abdullah, Ahmad M. Allam, Bassma S. M. Elsawy, Sobhy Abdel-Shafy, Muslimah N. Alsulami, Adil Khan, Furhan Iqbal
Summary: The study reported the presence of babesiosis, theileriosis, and anaplasmosis in cattle in Saudi Arabia, with the highest prevalence of Theileria and Anaplasma species found in cattle from Riyadh province.
TICKS AND TICK-BORNE DISEASES
(2021)