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The evaluation of the One Health frontline field epidemiology training program pilot in Papua New Guinea, 2022–2023 评估2022-2023年在巴布亚新几内亚开展的“一个健康”一线实地流行病学培训方案试点

IJID One Health

Pub Date : 2025-10-10 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijidoh.2025.100087

Bethseba Peni , Callum Thirkell , Miriel Boas , Kelitha Malio , Elaine Kagena , Elaine Hevoho , James Flint , Laura Macfarlane-Berry , Trinidad Velasco , Tambri Housen

Objectives

This study aimed to evaluate the outputs, outcomes, and early impact of the One Health frontline field epidemiology training program (OH-fFETPNG) pilot in Papua New Guinea (PNG) on graduates, their workplaces, and the broader health system and assess its contribution to cross-sectoral collaboration.

Methods

This retrospective concurrent mixed-methods impact evaluation was conducted from June to December 2023 across four pilot provinces in PNG. Data were collected via a desktop review of program documents, an online survey of 61 OH-fFETPNG graduates (67 % response rate), and semi-structured interviews, with a purposive sample of graduates, line managers, and provincial senior executives. Qualitative data were thematically analyzed.

Results

Of 76 enrolled fellows, 80 % (n = 61) graduated, producing 61 surveillance and 61 field investigation reports. Graduates self-reported improvements in epidemiologic knowledge, data management, outbreak detection, and analytical reporting, with high confidence in conducting descriptive data analyses (73 %), investigating One Health alerts (65 %), and community engagement (63 %). The program fostered stronger cross-sectoral collaboration, evidenced by increased joint investigations and use of provincial One Health WhatsApp groups. It also strengthened health system elements such as data collection (59 %) and reporting (52 %) and contributed to program sustainability, with three provinces including future cohorts in their budgets.

Conclusions

The OH-fFETPNG is a scalable, multisectoral model that effectively builds field epidemiology capacity and promotes cross-sectoral collaboration in PNG. Its success highlights the importance of co-designed curricula, mentorship, and integrating training outputs into existing systems for sustainable health security.

本研究旨在评估巴布亚新几内亚（PNG）“一个健康”前线现场流行病学培训计划（OH-fFETPNG）试点项目对毕业生、他们的工作场所和更广泛的卫生系统的产出、结果和早期影响，并评估其对跨部门合作的贡献。方法于2023年6月至12月在巴布亚新几内亚4个试点省份进行回顾性并行混合方法影响评价。数据收集的方式包括对项目文件的桌面审查、对61名OH-fFETPNG毕业生的在线调查（67% %的回复率），以及对毕业生、直线经理和省级高级管理人员的半结构化访谈。对定性数据进行专题分析。结果入选的76名研究员中，有80 % （n = 61）毕业，发表了61份监测报告和61份实地调查报告。毕业生自我报告在流行病学知识、数据管理、疫情检测和分析报告方面有所改善，在进行描述性数据分析（73% %）、调查One Health警报（65% %）和社区参与（63% %）方面信心很高。该项目促进了更强的跨部门合作，联合调查的增加和省级One Health WhatsApp群组的使用证明了这一点。它还加强了卫生系统要素，如数据收集（59% %）和报告（52% %），并促进了规划的可持续性，三个省在其预算中纳入了未来的队列。结论OH-fFETPNG是一个可扩展的多部门模式，可有效地在巴布亚新几内亚建立现场流行病学能力并促进跨部门合作。它的成功突出了共同设计课程、指导以及将培训成果纳入现有系统对可持续卫生安全的重要性。

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Cockroaches as urban pests: Challenges, public health implications, and management strategies 蟑螂作为城市害虫：挑战、公共卫生影响和管理策略

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Pub Date : 2025-09-26 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijidoh.2025.100086

Ebrahim Abbasi

Cockroaches are among the most resilient urban pests, posing significant public health and environmental challenges. This review examines their biology, disease transmission potential, and control strategies in urban environments. Key findings highlight their adaptability, rapid reproduction, and role as vectors for pathogens such as Escherichia coli and Salmonella, as well as allergens that worsen respiratory conditions. Insecticide resistance complicates traditional control efforts, making integrated pest management a combination of chemical, biological, and environmental strategies the most sustainable approach. Emerging technologies like gene editing offer future solutions. Addressing cockroach infestations requires interdisciplinary collaboration, improved sanitation, public education, and proactive urban planning to reduce health risks and enhance quality of life in urban settings.

蟑螂是最具复原力的城市害虫之一，对公共卫生和环境构成重大挑战。本文综述了它们的生物学、疾病传播潜力以及在城市环境中的控制策略。主要发现强调了它们的适应性、快速繁殖以及作为大肠杆菌和沙门氏菌等病原体以及使呼吸道疾病恶化的过敏原的载体的作用。杀虫剂抗药性使传统的防治工作复杂化，使化学、生物和环境战略相结合的综合虫害管理成为最可持续的方法。基因编辑等新兴技术提供了未来的解决方案。解决蟑螂侵扰问题需要跨学科合作、改善卫生设施、公共教育和积极的城市规划，以减少健康风险并提高城市环境中的生活质量。

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Resurgence of multistate rabies amid ongoing conflict in Sudan: Strengthening a One Health response 苏丹持续冲突中多州狂犬病死灰复燃：加强“同一个健康”对策

IJID One Health

Pub Date : 2025-09-19 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijidoh.2025.100085

Ayman Azhary , Nooh Mohamed Hajhamed , Claude Mambo Muvunyi , Emmanuel Edwar Siddig

Objectives

The ongoing-armed conflict in Sudan has precipitated a resurgence of multistate rabies outbreaks, alongside other infectious diseases, due to destruction of health care infrastructure and increased population displacement. Rabies remains a critical public health threat, primarily transmitted through dog bites, with significant mortality in affected regions.

Methods

This retrospective cross-sectional study analyzed national surveillance data from Sudan between 2023 and 2024. Variables included case counts, fatalities, vaccination coverage, and case fatality rates across six states. Data were obtained from the National Surveillance Interactive Dashboard, and analyses were conducted using R software.

Results

A total of 367 rabies cases and six deaths were reported, predominantly in Khartoum (329 cases), with an overall case fatality rate of 1.6 %. The current control measure score remains low (1.5 of 5 on the Stepwise Approach towards Rabies Elimination framework), indicating critical gaps in national rabies management strategies. Notably, the proliferation of stray dogs and limited access to post-exposure prophylaxis have exacerbated the outbreak.

Conclusions

The resurgence underscores an urgent need to strengthen rabies prevention, detection, and response strategies in Sudan. An effective control approach requires an integrated One Health framework, fostering collaboration among human health, animal health, and environmental sectors. International support for vaccine and immunoglobulin provision, capacity building of health care providers, and enhanced surveillance are crucial. Implementing a comprehensive rabies control plan aligned with global elimination efforts is vital to prevent future outbreaks, protect public and animal health, and inform policy interventions in conflict-affected settings.

苏丹境内持续不断的武装冲突，由于保健基础设施遭到破坏和人口流离失所增加，导致多州狂犬病和其他传染病再度爆发。狂犬病仍然是一个严重的公共卫生威胁，主要通过狗咬伤传播，在受影响地区死亡率很高。方法本回顾性横断面研究分析了苏丹2023年至2024年的国家监测数据。变量包括六个州的病例数、死亡人数、疫苗接种覆盖率和病死率。数据来自国家监测互动仪表板，并使用R软件进行分析。结果全市共报告狂犬病病例367例，死亡6例，其中喀土穆329例，总病死率为1.6 %。目前的控制措施得分仍然很低（在逐步消除狂犬病框架的5分标准中为1.5分），表明国家狂犬病管理战略存在重大差距。值得注意的是，流浪狗的激增和接触后预防措施的限制加剧了疫情。结论这一死灰复燃凸显了苏丹亟需加强狂犬病预防、检测和应对战略。有效的控制方法需要一个综合的“同一个健康”框架，促进人类卫生、动物卫生和环境部门之间的合作。国际上对疫苗和免疫球蛋白的提供、卫生保健提供者的能力建设以及加强监测的支持至关重要。实施一项与全球消除狂犬病努力相一致的全面狂犬病控制计划，对于预防未来的疫情、保护公众和动物健康以及为受冲突影响环境中的政策干预提供信息至关重要。

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SARS-CoV-2 serosurvey of healthy, privately owned cats at a New York City animal hospital early in the COVID-19 pandemic (2020–2021) COVID-19大流行早期（2020-2021年）纽约市动物医院健康私家猫的SARS-CoV-2血清调查

IJID One Health

Pub Date : 2025-09-16 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijidoh.2025.100081

Annette Choi , Alison E. Stout , Alicia Rollins , Kally Wang , Qinghua Guo , Javier A. Jaimes , Monica Kennedy , Bettina Wagner , Gary R. Whittaker

Objectives

We report a retrospective serological survey of cats presented to an animal practice in New York City, in close proximity to a medical center that treated the first wave of COVID-19 in the U.S.

Methods

Using a bead-based multiplex assay, we sampled 79, mostly indoor cats between June 2020 and May 2021, the early part of which time the community was under a strict public health “lockdown”.

Results

We found an overall prevalence of 13/79 (16 %) serologically positive animals for the study period; however, cats sampled in the fall of 2020 had a confirmed positive prevalence of 44 %. Of the seropositive cats, 7/13 (54 %) were also positive by virus neutralization, and two seropositive cats had previously documented respiratory signs, with neutralization titers of 1:1024 and 1:4096. There was no statistically significant association of SARS-CoV-2 seropositivity with respiratory signs, or with breed, sex, or age of the animals. Follow-up sampling of cats showed that serological titers were maintained over time.

Conclusions

We demonstrate the impact of SARS-CoV-2 in a defined feline population during the first wave of SARS-CoV-2 infection in humans and suggest that human-to-cat transmission was substantial in our study group. Our study provides a new One Health context for SARS-CoV-2 transmission events.

研究人员对纽约市一家动物诊所的猫进行了回顾性血清学调查，该诊所靠近一家治疗美国第一波COVID-19的医疗中心。方法使用基于头部的多重检测方法，我们在2020年6月至2021年5月期间取样了79只猫，其中大部分是室内猫，这段时间社区处于严格的公共卫生“封锁”状态。结果研究期间，血清学阳性动物总患病率为13/79(16% %)；然而，在2020年秋季取样的猫的确诊阳性患病率为44% %。在血清反应阳性的猫中，7/13（54. %）也通过病毒中和反应呈阳性，其中两只血清反应阳性的猫先前有记录的呼吸体征，中和滴度分别为1:1024和1:4096。SARS-CoV-2血清阳性与呼吸体征、动物的品种、性别或年龄没有统计学意义。对猫的后续抽样显示，血清学滴度随时间保持不变。我们证明了在人类感染SARS-CoV-2的第一波浪潮中，SARS-CoV-2对特定猫种群的影响，并表明在我们的研究组中，人-猫传播是实质性的。我们的研究为SARS-CoV-2传播事件提供了一个新的One Health背景。

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Sentinel case of cow-transmitted rabies: Call for expansion of zoonotic surveillance beyond canines 牛传播狂犬病哨点病例：呼吁将人畜共患病监测扩大到犬类以外

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Pub Date : 2025-07-23 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijidoh.2025.100080

Faheela Tamseel

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Bat rabies exposures and safety practices among a self-selecting sample of French bat handlers 蝙蝠狂犬病暴露和安全实践在自我选择的法国蝙蝠处理者的样本

IJID One Health

Pub Date : 2025-07-22 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijidoh.2025.100079

Julie Marmet , Laurent Dacheux , Katherine Worsley-Tonks , Evelyne Picard-Meyer , Hervé Bourhy , Perrine Parize

Objectives

European bats can be infected by several lyssaviruses, the causative agents of rabies. These viruses can be transmitted from bats to humans and result in a fatal viral encephalitis. Bat handlers are at special risk of lyssavirus exposure because they regularly handle bats for conservation, scientific, and welfare purposes.

Methods

An online survey was conducted among a large French network of bat handlers to evaluate the knowledge and perception of bat lyssavirus risk, safety practices, and bat exposures, as well as factors that might increase exposure risk.

Results

Eligible responses were received from 130 bat handlers. Most respondents (89.2 %) reported that they had experienced at least one bat bite since they started handling bats. Awareness of the risk of bat-human lyssavirus transmission was high (82.3 % of respondents). The safety practices were implemented by most respondents: 83.1 % were vaccinated against rabies and 80.8 % systematically used gloves to handle bats. However, gaps between recommendations and practice were noted regarding post-vaccination antirabies periodic serological monitoring and recourse to post-exposure prophylaxis administration after bat exposure.

Conclusions

This research provides new prospects for improving the training of bat handlers and compliance with safety practices with regard to the risk of exposure to the bat lyssaviruses.

目的欧洲蝙蝠可感染几种狂犬病病原溶血病毒。这些病毒可从蝙蝠传播给人类，并导致致命的病毒性脑炎。蝙蝠处理者暴露于lyssav病毒的风险特别大，因为他们经常出于保护、科学和福利的目的处理蝙蝠。方法对法国大型蝙蝠处理者网络进行在线调查，评估其对蝙蝠狂犬病病毒风险、安全措施、蝙蝠暴露以及可能增加暴露风险的因素的认识和认知。结果从130名蝙蝠处理者中获得了符合要求的反馈。大多数受访者（89.2% %）报告说，自从他们开始接触蝙蝠以来，他们至少经历过一次蝙蝠咬伤。对蝙蝠-人溶血病毒传播风险的认识很高（占应答者的82.3% %）。大多数答复者实施了安全措施：83.1% %接种了狂犬病疫苗，80.8% %系统地使用手套处理蝙蝠。然而，在抗狂犬病疫苗接种后的定期血清学监测和蝙蝠暴露后的暴露后预防管理方面，建议与实践之间存在差距。结论本研究为提高蝙蝠操作人员的培训和遵守有关暴露于蝙蝠病毒风险的安全实践提供了新的前景。

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Scoping review of global control strategies for Echinococcus granulosus sensu lato 细粒棘球蚴全球控制策略的范围综述

IJID One Health

Pub Date : 2025-07-08 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijidoh.2025.100078

Tania A. De la Cruz-Saldaña , Javier A. Bustos , María P. Requena-Herrera , Nelson Martinez-Merizalde , Lizzie Ortiz-Cam , Ana Lucía Cáceres , Carolina Guzman , Cesar M. Gavidia , Cesar Ugarte-Gil , Ricardo Castillo-Neyra

Objectives

Echinococcus granulosus sensu lato (EG) causes cystic echinococcosis (CE), a neglected zoonotic disease with a global control burden in the billions of dollars. We provide a comprehensive overview of EG control interventions worldwide.

Methods

We followed the Arksey and O'Malley Framework. We identified and coded selected articles and classified the data based on target host, type of study, and control mechanism. We described each intervention’s efficacy, safety, barriers, and facilitators. Critical appraisal was conducted independently by two reviewers using the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool.

Results

We screened 7853 studies and analyzed seven on human interventions, 21 on animals, and 17 on both. Human studies focused mostly on educational strategies and monitoring. Animal studies focused predominantly on praziquantel (PZQ) for dogs and the EG95 vaccine for sheep. Animal and human studies were larger, longer, and covered wider areas. Overall, study quality was moderate to low.

Conclusions

Long-term interventions targeting animals and humans can significantly reduce EG transmission, particularly when PZQ is included. Higher-quality evidence, standardized methods, and better reporting on post-intervention outcomes are necessary to draw stronger conclusions and assess the sustainability and scalability of control measures. A One Health approach is essential for integrating and sustaining long-term EG control efforts.

目的囊性棘球蚴病是一种被忽视的人畜共患疾病，全球控制负担高达数十亿美元。我们提供了全球EG控制干预措施的全面概述。方法采用Arksey和O'Malley框架。我们对选定的文章进行识别和编码，并根据目标宿主、研究类型和控制机制对数据进行分类。我们描述了每种干预措施的有效性、安全性、障碍和促进因素。批判性评估由两名评论者使用混合方法评估工具独立进行。结果我们筛选了7853项研究，分析了7项人类干预，21项动物干预，17项两者都进行了干预。人类研究主要集中在教育策略和监测上。动物研究主要集中于犬用吡喹酮（PZQ）和羊用EG95疫苗。动物和人类的研究规模更大，时间更长，覆盖范围更广。总体而言，研究质量为中低。结论针对动物和人类的长期干预措施可以显著减少EG的传播，特别是当包括PZQ时。为了得出更有力的结论并评估控制措施的可持续性和可扩展性，需要更高质量的证据、标准化的方法和更好的干预后结果报告。“同一个健康”方针对于整合和维持长期控制EG的努力至关重要。

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Morphometric and molecular identification of Hymenolepis diminuta in domestic rats (Rattus rattus) from urban slums in Northeastern Bangladesh: Implications for zoonotic transmission 孟加拉国东北部城市贫民窟家鼠（Rattus Rattus）小膜膜绦虫的形态计量学和分子鉴定：对人畜共患传播的影响

IJID One Health

Pub Date : 2025-06-21 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijidoh.2025.100077

Tilak Chandra Nath , Md. Rokibul Hasan Shanto , Md. Masudur Rahman Khondaker , Mahfuja Akter , Md. Shakil Mahmud Supto , Proloy Chakraborty Tusher , Tarek Siddiki , Heeil Lee

Objectives

Limited data on Hymenolepis species in Bangladesh present a significant gap in understanding their epidemiology and zoonotic potential. This study aimed to detect the presence of Hymenolepis diminuta in domestic rats from urban slums in Sylhet, Bangladesh and assess associated public health risks.

Methods

From February to May 2024, 36 domestic rats were trapped in slum households, prioritizing high-exposure zones, such as kitchens and bedrooms, where human-rodent interactions are most frequent. Trapped rats were euthanized and examined for helminth infections. Cestodes were morphologically analyzed, and selected specimens underwent molecular sequencing. A structured questionnaire survey was also conducted in affected households to assess awareness and rat control practices.

Results

Helminth infections were observed in 23 (63.9 %) rats, with cestodes present in eight (22.2 %). A total of 11 cestode specimens were identified as H. diminuta based on morphological features (elongated body, unarmed scolex, spherical eggs) and confirmed by sequence similarity (internal transcribed spacer 1 region of ribosomal DNA) with GenBank references. Surveys revealed zero household awareness of zoonoses despite frequent rat-related losses. Rat control was inconsistent, elevating spillover risks.

Conclusions

This study confirms R. rattus as a reservoir for H. diminuta in urban Sylhet and highlights the urgent need for targeted public health interventions to reduce zoonotic transmission risks.

目的：孟加拉国膜膜绦虫种类资料有限，在了解其流行病学和人畜共患潜力方面存在重大差距。本研究的目的是在孟加拉国Sylhet城市贫民窟的家鼠中检测小膜管绦虫的存在，并评估相关的公共卫生风险。方法2024年2 - 5月，在贫民窟住户捕获家鼠36只，重点选择人鼠互动最频繁的厨房、卧室等高暴露区。对捕获的大鼠实施安乐死，并检查其是否感染寄生虫。对寄生蜂进行形态学分析，并对所选标本进行分子测序。还在受影响家庭中进行了结构化问卷调查，以评估意识和鼠患控制措施。结果23只（63.9 %）大鼠出现寄生虫感染，8只（22.2% %）出现寄生虫感染。根据形态特征（细长体、无骨头节、球形卵）和序列相似性（核糖体DNA内转录间隔区1）与GenBank的参考资料，鉴定11份标本为H. diminuta。调查显示，尽管经常发生与老鼠有关的损失，但家庭对人畜共患病的认识为零。老鼠控制不一致，增加了溢出风险。结论本研究证实了鼠大鼠是Sylhet城市中小格氏蜱的宿主，并强调了采取有针对性的公共卫生干预措施以降低人畜共患传播风险的紧迫性。

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Polymerase chain reaction-driven detection of Leptospira spp. in urban rat populations of Surabaya, Indonesia 聚合酶链反应驱动检测印尼泗水城市鼠群中钩端螺旋体

IJID One Health

Pub Date : 2025-06-08 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijidoh.2025.100074

Edza Aria Wikurendra , Josfirin Uding Rangga , Akas Yekti Pulih Asih , Teguh Suranta Sinulingga

Objectives

Leptospirosis is a zoonotic disease caused by Leptospira spp., with rodents as the main reservoir. This study aims to detect Leptospira spp. in the urban rat population in Surabaya using the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) method and analyze its phylogenetic relationship.

Methods

This laboratory-based surveillance study used a molecular approach to detect Leptospira spp. in the urban rat population from Genteng Village, Surabaya using PCR for detection and subsequent phylogenetic analysis of the positive isolates based on the partial lipL32 gene sequence. A total of 30 rat traps were set up, and 26 rats were successfully captured.

Results

The PCR results showed that 22 of 25 Rattus norvegicus (88 %) were positive for Leptospira spp., whereas the single Rattus tanezumi and three other Rattus norvegicus were negative. With a prevalence rate of 84.6 %, these findings indicate a high risk of leptospirosis transmission in Surabaya. Phylogenetic analysis revealed that Leptospira DNA from Rattus norvegicus are closely related to Leptospira interrogans, a species known to be pathogenic to humans.

Conclusions

These results strengthen the evidence that Rattus norvegicus plays a major role as a vector in the spread of leptospirosis in urban environments. Therefore, mitigation efforts, such as rodent population control, improved environmental hygiene, and community education, are needed to reduce the risk of leptospirosis infection.

目的钩端螺旋体病是由钩端螺旋体引起的一种人畜共患疾病，以啮齿动物为主要宿主。本研究采用聚合酶链反应（PCR）方法对泗水市城市大鼠群体中的钩端螺旋体进行检测，并分析其系统发育关系。方法采用分子检测方法对泗水市根腾村城市大鼠群体中钩端螺旋体进行检测，并根据部分lipL32基因序列对阳性分离株进行系统发育分析。共设置捕鼠器30个，成功捕鼠26只。结果25只褐家鼠中有22只（88. %）钩端螺旋体阳性，1只褐家鼠和3只褐家鼠呈阴性。流行率为84.6 %，这些结果表明泗水地区钩端螺旋体病传播的风险很高。系统发育分析表明，褐家鼠钩端螺旋体DNA与已知对人类致病的钩端螺旋体（Leptospira审问钩端螺旋体）亲缘关系密切。结论褐家鼠是钩端螺旋体病在城市环境中传播的主要媒介。因此，需要采取缓解措施，如控制啮齿动物种群、改善环境卫生和社区教育，以降低钩端螺旋体病感染的风险。

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Anthrax knowledge, perception, and preventive practices of livestock workers and household animal owners in Nigeria 尼日利亚畜牧工人和家庭动物主人的炭疽知识、认知和预防措施

IJID One Health

Pub Date : 2025-06-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijidoh.2025.100073

Eniola Cadmus , Hezekiah K. Adesokan , Emmanuel J. Awosanya , Paul M. Iziomo , Victor O. Akinseye , Mathias A. Besong , Adeyemi O. Jolaoso , Nma Bida Alhaji , Okuonghae O. Pere-ere , Ephraim Nwanga , Terese G. Orum , Ayokunle O. Omileye , Adeola A. Adeleye , Samuel Owoicho , Olalekan J. Taiwo , Rashid Ansumana , Columba Vakuru , Simeon I. Cadmus

Objectives

Anthrax outbreaks pose significant public health and socioeconomic challenges. Following the recent outbreaks, a cross-sectional study was conducted to assess the knowledge, risk perception, and preventive practices of livestock workers and household animal owners regarding anthrax and the associated socioeconomic implications in Nigeria.

Methods

A pretested, semi-structured, interviewer-administered questionnaire was used. A total of 1025 respondents from seven of the 36 states in Nigeria were selected and assessed on the basis of reported anthrax outbreaks, bordering with affected states, and livestock presence. Univariate analysis was conducted, and chi-square tests and binary logistic regression were used to assess significant associations between knowledge, risk perception, and independent variables.

Results

Of the 1025 respondents, 58.6 % and 79.9 % demonstrated adequate knowledge (score ≥36 of 72) and positive perception (score ≥15 of 24), respectively. Notably, 22 % had never taken any preventive measures against anthrax, and only 27.7 % knew about the anthrax vaccination program for livestock. Exactly 23.8 % indicated that regulations imposed during the anthrax outbreak affected their livestock-related activities, while 40.6 % expressed concern about potentially going out of business because of the anthrax outbreak. Respondents’ knowledge was significantly associated with awareness (adjusted odds ratio: 5.35; 95 % confidence interval: 3.12–9.18).

Conclusions

This study highlights the need for targeted educational programs to bridge knowledge and risk perception gaps and improve preventive practices.

目的炭疽疫情对公共卫生和社会经济构成重大挑战。在最近的疫情爆发之后，进行了一项横断面研究，以评估尼日利亚畜牧工人和家庭动物所有者关于炭疽及其相关社会经济影响的知识、风险认知和预防措施。方法采用预测、半结构化、访谈者自行填写的问卷。根据报告的炭疽疫情、与受影响州接壤以及牲畜的存在情况，从尼日利亚36个州中的7个州选出并评估了总共1025名答复者。进行单因素分析，并采用卡方检验和二元逻辑回归来评估知识、风险感知和自变量之间的显著相关性。结果在1025名被调查者中，58.6% %和79.9% %分别表现出足够的知识（72分中得分≥36分）和积极的感知（24分中得分≥15分）。值得注意的是，22 %的人从未采取过任何预防炭疽的措施，只有27.7 %的人知道牲畜炭疽疫苗接种计划。23.8% %的企业表示，炭疽疫情期间实施的法规影响了他们与牲畜有关的活动，而40.6% %的企业表示担心可能因炭疽疫情而倒闭。被调查者的知识与意识显著相关(调整优势比：5.35；95 %置信区间：3.12-9.18)。结论：本研究强调了有针对性的教育项目的必要性，以弥合知识和风险认知差距，并改进预防措施。

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