Topic: Zoonotic diseases
Rising Concerns Over Lassa Fever Outbreaks
Lassa fever has gained attention due to a recent case in Iowa. This incident involved the death of a traveller returning from West Africa. The disease has been...
Kyasanur Forest Disease
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the devastating impact of zoonotic diseases, which can transmit from animals to humans. Efforts to break the chain of transmission from wildlife to...
Animal Pandemic Preparedness Initiative and Animal Health System Support for One Health
Animal pandemics and zoonotic diseases pose significant threats to both animal and human health, and addressing them requires a holistic approach. The Animal Pandemic Preparedness Initiative and the... What is One Health Joint Plan of Action (OH JPA)?
The One Health Joint Plan of Action (OH JPA) was unveiled by the World Health Organization (WHO), Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), and World Organisation for Animal Health....
Khosta-2
Khosta-2 variant of coronavirus found in Russian bats in Sochi National Park. Key facts A team of American researchers have found the Khosta-2 in Russian bats. The zoonotic...
Lassa fever in Nigeria
171 people have died because of Lassa fever in Nigeria despite the government’s measures to reduce the spread of the viral infection across the country. Key facts Nigeria...
Langya: New zoonotic virus in China
Another zoonotic virus, Langya, was recently discovered in China, after deadly coronavirus was detected in 2019. It is a type of Henipavirus, and is also called as Langya...
Bengaluru One Health Pilot Project
On June 28, 2022, The Ministry of dairying and animal husbandry launched ‘One Health’ pilot project in Bengaluru. Key Points The One Health Pilot Project will bring stakeholders...
