Handbook of Zoonoses: Identification and Prevention

Zoonotic Diseases: Identification, Diagnosis & Prevention in Animals and Humans

This practical handbook provides clear, clinically relevant information on diseases transmitted between animals and humans. It covers disease causes, animal hosts, transmission routes, clinical signs, diagnostic testing, treatment, and prevention, helping veterinary professionals understand zoonotic risks and promote public health protection.

Key Features

• Comprehensive overview of zoonotic diseases
• Identification of diseases transmitted between animals and humans
• Examination of bacterial, viral, and parasitic infections
• Overview of common animal hosts and disease reservoirs
• Analysis of zoonotic transmission pathways
• Clinical signs and disease progression in animals
• Symptoms and health effects in humans
• Information on disease morbidity and mortality
• Diagnostic tests and clinical evaluation methods
• Overview of treatment approaches for zoonotic infections
• Prevention strategies for animal-to-human transmission
• Safety precautions in veterinary clinical environments
• Guidance on educating animal owners about zoonotic risks
• Coverage of rabies, anthrax, West Nile virus, and mad cow disease
• Practical reference for veterinarians, veterinary students, and animal health professionals