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Zoonotic Disease

Type

Communicable diseases

Cause

Pathogens transmitted between animals and humans

Prevention

Good hygiene practices • Avoidance of contact with infected animals • Adequate food safety measures • Vaccination (if available)

Transmission

Contact with infected animals • Consumption of contaminated animal products • Bites and scratches • Vector-borne (mosquitoes, ticks, etc.)

Global impact

Presents significant challenges for public health, epidemiology, and scientific research

Notable examples

HIV/AIDSinfluenzaEbola virus diseasecommon coldmad cow disease

Alternate history context

Differences in disease characteristics compared to our timeline necessitate unique approaches to management and control

Zoonotic Disease