All Veterinary Medicine & Zoonoses articles
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NewsWine’s leftovers could help wean chicken farms off antibiotics
Every year, millions of gallons of wine are pressed, leaving behind a mountain of pulpy residue that wineries struggle to dispose of. Now, researchers say this overlooked byproduct could serve as a replacement for the antibiotics routinely added to chicken feed.
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NewsNo refrigeration needed for killer disease vaccine
Malaria kills more than half a million people every year, but a new vaccine is showing promise as it not only offers long-lasting strong protection but also inhibits transmission of malaria by mosquitos. The vaccine is predicted to be low cost and its cold-chain independence strongly enhances its deployability.
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NewsResearchers develop promising drug candidate for control and elimination of malaria
Researchers have developed a novel chemical compound that shows promise for the treatment and prevention of malaria, one of the world’s deadliest diseases. T111 has the potential to become a single-encounter malaria drug that would simplify treatment and prevent relapses that drive ongoing transmission.
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NewsCommentary: Dengue viral infection and associated liver disease
A new commentary highlights the time course of serological and liver enzyme elevations in mild versus severe dengue, emphasizes early recognition of progression to acute liver failure, and reviews current vaccination and prevention strategies.
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NewsWhat the Andes hantavirus outbreak reveals about pandemic risk
The outbreak of Andes hantavirus aboard the international MV Hondius cruise ship underscores how little scientists still know about the viruses circulating silently in wild rodent populations before they spill into humans.
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NewsDairy farms in California may transmit H5N1 virus through multiple sources
A new study suggests that avian influenza (H5N1) is transmitted through multiple, previously unknown sources on dairy farms and that some H5N1 positive cows do not show clinical signs of infection.
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NewsClimate change increases spillover risk of rodent-borne arenaviruses
Climate change is likely to drive rodent-borne arenaviruses into parts of South America that have never faced these diseases, according to an early risk projection model that incorporated climate projections, shifting rodent populations and the risks of human infection.
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NewsHantavirus cluster linked to cruise ship highlights ongoing zoonotic risk and the need for vigilance
Experts emphasized caution while underscoring the importance of environmental controls, early detection, and clear communication in travel settings.
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NewsPet cats that roam outdoors carry similar disease risk as feral cats, global study finds
A new study has found that pet cats allowed to roam outside unsupervised carry infectious diseases at rates comparable to feral cats, even when they receive veterinary care, regular meals and shelter.
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NewsSouth American camelids: Potential carriers of the zoonotic pathogen Campylobacter
A comprehensive investigation has identified a previously underappreciated source of thermotolerant Campylobacter spp. in South American camelids (SACs)—alpacas and llamas kept in Germany. The findings underscore the importance of expanding epidemiological surveillance beyond traditional livestock.
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NewsComparing veterinary antimicrobial stewardship: Why Brazil needs stronger monitoring systems
A new comparative analysis reveals critical gaps in antimicrobial monitoring frameworks across three major economies, with significant implications for global public health and food security.
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NewsResearch gaps and regional disparities revealed in global Lassa virus research landscape
A comprehensive bibliometric analysis spanning 55 years of Lassa virus (LASV) research has uncovered significant disparities in scientific output between high-income and endemic countries, while revealing a persistent shortage of studies addressing environmental factors influencing viral spread.
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NewsPlasmodium uses its own PI3K to suppress eat-me signal and evade host immune clearance
A study finds that Plasmodium PI3K actively suppresses the externalization of phosphatidylserine on the surface of infected erythrocytes. When the activity of parasite PI3K was chemically inhibited or genetically disrupted, phosphatidylserine exposure on infected red blood cells increased markedly.
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NewsTick threats in the context of climate change: One Health response strategies in the Middle East and North Africa region
A new study examines the multifaceted dimensions of tick-borne disease management in the MENA region through the lens of the One Health approach. The research synthesizes insights from a symposium that brought together experts to assess current threats and identify pathways forward.
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NewsBeyond outbreaks: zoonotic disease prevention at the human–animal interface in China
A study synthesizes evidence on 93 zoonotic diseases currently monitored by China’s public health, agricultural, and forestry sectors, and argues that meaningful risk reduction will require shifting from reactive outbreak response toward earlier prevention at the human–animal–environment interface.
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NewsKnowledge gaps expose vulnerable populations to tick-borne disease risks in northern China
While awareness of tick biology is relatively high in Northeast China and Inner Mongolia, a new study reveals alarming gaps in public knowledge about preventing tick-borne diseases—with rural residents and high-risk groups paradoxically showing the lowest protective awareness.
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NewsGlobal Virus Network statement on H5N1 vaccine developments
The new vaccine momentum reflects the growing urgency of avian influenza (H5N1) threat and reinforces the need for coordinated global preparedness.
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NewsResearchers discover new mosquito-specific viruses
A new study looked at mosquitoes’ immune response to discover many more insect viruses. Researchers hope to someday use the mosquitoes’ own immune system to battle some of the most pervasive and antagonistic human viruses.
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NewsStudy of influenza D in human cells and tissue hints at spillover potential
The influenza D virus that researchers say has been flying under the radar since its detection in animals in 2011 can vigorously make copies of itself in human cells and lung tissue samples, a new study shows.
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NewsCinnamic acid blocks plasmid conjugation to slow antibiotic resistance spread
A new study reveals that cinnamic acid, a widely used food additive found in cinnamon, can effectively inhibit plasmid‑mediated conjugation, a major route for the global spread of antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs).