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View article: Toxocariasis in children: seroprevalence after 15 years in a major city in Brazil
Toxocariasis in children: seroprevalence after 15 years in a major city in Brazil Open
Introduction Children have a potentially greater exposure to Toxocara spp. infection via egg ingestion due to playground soil contact. Understanding the associated risk factors may help to prevent infection in children; however, there were…
View article: Assessment of One Health Initiatives from a Veterinary Public Health Approach in Latin America and the Caribbean
Assessment of One Health Initiatives from a Veterinary Public Health Approach in Latin America and the Caribbean Open
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) launched the One Health policy in September 2021. To respond to this regional policy, a baseline was generated regarding the use of One Health intersectoral actions aimed at preventing, controlli…
View article: Toxocariasis as an Elderly Zoonosis: Seroprevalence, Neurocognitive Assessment, and Associated Risk Factors in Persons 50 Years and Older
Toxocariasis as an Elderly Zoonosis: Seroprevalence, Neurocognitive Assessment, and Associated Risk Factors in Persons 50 Years and Older Open
Toxocariasis, a geohelminthiasis caused by Toxocara canis and Toxocara cati nematodes, has an estimated 19% seroprevalence worldwide. Although children have been considered more prone to infection, adults and the elderly may also be consid…
View article: Absence of anti-Coxiella burnetii antibodies in animal-hoarding individuals and their dogs living in a highly populated area
Absence of anti-Coxiella burnetii antibodies in animal-hoarding individuals and their dogs living in a highly populated area Open
View article: One Health approach to Coxiella burnetii: first serosurvey of owners and dogs living on oceanic islands and mainland seashore areas of Brazil
One Health approach to Coxiella burnetii: first serosurvey of owners and dogs living on oceanic islands and mainland seashore areas of Brazil Open
Coxiella burnetii , the causative agent of Q fever, a zoonotic pathogen with primarily airborne transmission and diverse host species, have been reported in serosurveys of vulnerable populations worldwide. Although vulnerable populations f…
View article: Coxiella burnetii and HIV infection in people experiencing homelessness
Coxiella burnetii and HIV infection in people experiencing homelessness Open
View article: One Health Approach to Trypanosoma cruzi: Serological and Molecular Detection in Owners and Dogs Living on Oceanic Islands and Seashore Mainland of Southern Brazil
One Health Approach to Trypanosoma cruzi: Serological and Molecular Detection in Owners and Dogs Living on Oceanic Islands and Seashore Mainland of Southern Brazil Open
Via a One Health approach, this study concomitantly assessed the susceptibility of humans and dogs to Trypanosoma cruzi infections on three islands and in two mainland seashore areas of southern Brazil. Human serum samples were tested usin…
View article: Factors associated with the presence of anti-Leptospira spp. antibodies in persons experiencing homelessness in Brazil
Factors associated with the presence of anti-Leptospira spp. antibodies in persons experiencing homelessness in Brazil Open
Introduction Homelessness has been considered one of the most vulnerable situations worldwide, alongside people private of liberty (incarceration) and country displacement (refugees). Structural inequality and exposure to diseases such as …
View article: Wine growers’ propensity to adopt digital precision farming technologies: integrating risk attitudes to the Technology Acceptance Model
Wine growers’ propensity to adopt digital precision farming technologies: integrating risk attitudes to the Technology Acceptance Model Open
The objective of this study is to explore the propensity of wine growers to implement precision agriculture technologies in their core business. The investigation will focus on the main cognitive, social and risk factors affecting this int…
View article: High toxocariasis seroprevalence in a tri-border indigenous community (Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina): A One Health perspective
High toxocariasis seroprevalence in a tri-border indigenous community (Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina): A One Health perspective Open
View article: Investigation of Alphavirus of public health interest in equines in Foz do Iguaçu, the Triple Frontier region (Brazil-Paraguay-Argentina)
Investigation of Alphavirus of public health interest in equines in Foz do Iguaçu, the Triple Frontier region (Brazil-Paraguay-Argentina) Open
Introduction: The Alphavirus genus encompasses arboviruses of great importance to public health. These viruses presents zoonotic potential and are associated with infections in humans and other vertebrates, including equines. Reverse trans…
View article: Protecting urban wildlife fauna, fighting zoonoses, and preventing biophobia in Brazil
Protecting urban wildlife fauna, fighting zoonoses, and preventing biophobia in Brazil Open
Biophobia has increased worldwide, particularly in high-income countries, leading to the loss of natural interactions and fewer health and wellbeing benefits for humans and animals. Wildlife avoidance in Brazilian urban settings has been m…
View article: One health behind bars: Seroincidence of Coxiella burnetii in women inmates, correctional officers, and feral cats
One health behind bars: Seroincidence of Coxiella burnetii in women inmates, correctional officers, and feral cats Open
Although the Q fever causative agent Coxiella burnetii has presented a variety of infection sources, its epidemiology remains to be fully established in vulnerable populations. Accordingly, the aim of this study was to investigate t…
View article: One health approach to Rickettsia spp.: Brazilian indigenous individuals, their dogs and ticks, and healthcare professionals
One health approach to Rickettsia spp.: Brazilian indigenous individuals, their dogs and ticks, and healthcare professionals Open
Although Indigenous populations have historically overlapped the occurrence of vector-borne pathogens, no One Health approach study has investigated Rickettsia spp. in indigenous communities worldwide. Accordingly, the aim of this s…
View article: One Health approach to hemotropic mycoplasmas (hemoplasmas): Molecular detection in quilombola communities and their dogs in Brazil
One Health approach to hemotropic mycoplasmas (hemoplasmas): Molecular detection in quilombola communities and their dogs in Brazil Open
View article: Serosurvey of Anaplasma phagocytophilum, Babesia microti, and Ehrlichia chaffeensis in Quilombola Communities of Southern Brazil
Serosurvey of Anaplasma phagocytophilum, Babesia microti, and Ehrlichia chaffeensis in Quilombola Communities of Southern Brazil Open
Although quilombola individuals and their dogs may be exposed to hemoparasites such as A. phagocytophilum, B. microti, and E. chaffeensis, no study to date has been conducted in these populations. The aim of this study was to investigate t…
View article: One Health Approach to Brazilian Spotted Fever: Capybaras, Horses, and Rural Areas as Predictors for Human Disease
One Health Approach to Brazilian Spotted Fever: Capybaras, Horses, and Rural Areas as Predictors for Human Disease Open
(1) Background: Brazilian spotted fever (BSF) is a tick-borne disease that has occurred in several Brazilian regions, caused by Rickettsia spp. bacteria and mainly transmitted by Amblyomma ticks. Despite the high BSF lethality in several B…
View article: Hemotropic mycoplasmas (hemoplasmas) in indigenous populations and their dogs living in reservation areas, Brazil
Hemotropic mycoplasmas (hemoplasmas) in indigenous populations and their dogs living in reservation areas, Brazil Open
View article: Rabies seropositive individuals, dogs, and healthcare professionals without prior vaccination in four Brazilian Indigenous communities
Rabies seropositive individuals, dogs, and healthcare professionals without prior vaccination in four Brazilian Indigenous communities Open
Indigenous communities are reportedly among the most vulnerable populations exposed to rabies worldwide. Accordingly, this study aimed to assess rabies serum titers from healthy Indigenous individuals, their dogs, and healthcare profession…
View article: Molecular detection of Trypanosoma minasense in captive black-faced black spider monkeys Ateles chamek (mammalia; primate)
Molecular detection of Trypanosoma minasense in captive black-faced black spider monkeys Ateles chamek (mammalia; primate) Open
The present study aimed to assess Trypanosoma spp. infection in 17 captive black-faced black spider monkeys ( Ateles chamek ), living at the Zoological Garden of Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil. Blood samples (3 mL) were collected by femoral punc…
View article: Coronavirus disease 2019, hand hygiene, and pets
Coronavirus disease 2019, hand hygiene, and pets Open
It is a "Letter to Editor", does not have an abstract
View article: Coxiellaburnetii (Q fever) exposure in wildlife professionals
Coxiellaburnetii (Q fever) exposure in wildlife professionals Open
Introduction Although occupational exposure to Coxiella burnetii has been studied previously, the zoonotic risk in wildlife environments remains unclear and has yet to be fully established. Methods Accordingly, the present study aimed to s…
View article: Mapping vulnerability for increased COVID-19 susceptibility and worse outcomes: a scoping review
Mapping vulnerability for increased COVID-19 susceptibility and worse outcomes: a scoping review Open
Introduction Infectious diseases can spread rapidly in the globalized world, and the complex intersection of individual, social, economic, and cultural factors make it difficult to identify vulnerabilities in the face of pandemics. Methods…
View article: One Health Index applied to countries in South America
One Health Index applied to countries in South America Open
Introduction The One Health concept has proposed an integrated and unified approach aiming for health balance and enhancement by recognizing the interdependence of human, animal, and environmental health. The COVID-19 pandemic has pushed g…
View article: One Health Priorities: Advancing Veterinary Public Health in Latin America and the Caribbean
One Health Priorities: Advancing Veterinary Public Health in Latin America and the Caribbean Open
One Health (OH) is an integrative approach to human, animal, and environmental health and can be used as a comprehensive indicator for comparative purposes. Although an OH index has been proposed for comparing cities, states, and countries…
View article: Household Location (Urban, Peri-Urban and Rural Settlements) as an Associated Risk Factor for Toxoplasmosis during Pregnancy in Southeastern Brazil
Household Location (Urban, Peri-Urban and Rural Settlements) as an Associated Risk Factor for Toxoplasmosis during Pregnancy in Southeastern Brazil Open
Background: Brazil has a high prevalence of toxoplasmosis. However, there is a gap in comparing seroprevalence for Toxoplasma gondii across different environments, particularly among pregnant residents of rural and urban areas. Methods: Th…
View article: Spatial distribution and population dynamics of free-roaming (stray and semi-domiciled) dogs in a major Brazilian city
Spatial distribution and population dynamics of free-roaming (stray and semi-domiciled) dogs in a major Brazilian city Open
Introduction Although estimate models have been proposed to determine free-roaming (both stray and semi-domiciled) dog populations, to date, no study has focused on the three major border areas of Brazil. Therefore, the present study asses…
View article: Serological and Molecular Survey of Rickettsial Agents in Wild Boars (Sus scrofa) from Midwestern Brazil
Serological and Molecular Survey of Rickettsial Agents in Wild Boars (Sus scrofa) from Midwestern Brazil Open
Wild boars (Sus scrofa L.) are considered among the most harmful invasive species worldwide, causing irreversible ecosystem damage, acting as zoonotic spreaders and reservoirs, threatening human and animal health, and having an important e…
View article: Brazil's landmark change on One Health, animal rights and protection
Brazil's landmark change on One Health, animal rights and protection Open
View article: One Health Approach to Toxoplasmosis: Owner and Dog Seropositivity as Spatial Indicators of Risk Areas for Acquired, Gestational and Congenital Transmission
One Health Approach to Toxoplasmosis: Owner and Dog Seropositivity as Spatial Indicators of Risk Areas for Acquired, Gestational and Congenital Transmission Open
Background: Toxoplasmosis has been of public health concern due to direct associations with socioeconomic vulnerability and inadequate living conditions. Methods: Accordingly, the present study aimed to assess antibodies against T. gondii,…