Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Understanding influenza in pets and people - what to know
By Dwyer, Dominic E & Kirkland, Peter D·Published in New South Wales public health bulletin·2011·Westmead Hospital.·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Influenza: One Health in action.
- Species:
- bird
Plain-English summary
This study discusses how influenza affects both animals and humans, showing the importance of a collaborative approach called One Health, which brings together experts from different fields to tackle health issues that impact both people and animals. Recent outbreaks of the H1N1 flu in 2009 and the H5N1 strain highlight the serious risks posed by these viruses. To effectively manage and prevent influenza and similar diseases, it's crucial to strengthen partnerships among veterinarians, doctors, researchers, and public health officials. The findings emphasize that ongoing teamwork is essential for addressing these health challenges.
Abstract
Influenza highlights the relevance of One Health, where experts in animal, human and environmental health combine to solve inter-related problems. Human disease due to pandemic (H1N1) 2009 influenza and avian and human disease due to influenza A/H5N1 are recent examples of new zoonoses with significant global impact. Management and prevention of influenza and other emerging infectious diseases requires the expansion and continuing support of collaborations between human and animal health experts at the clinical, diagnostic laboratory, public health, research and training levels.
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