Exposure to Nontraditional Pets at Home and to Animals in Public Settings: Risks to Children

PEDIATRICS, Journal Year: 2008, Volume and Issue: 122(4)

Published: Oct. 1, 2008

Exposure to animals can provide many benefits during the growth and development of children. However, there are potential risks associated with animal exposures, including exposure nontraditional pets in home public settings. Educational materials, regulations, guidelines have been developed minimize these risks. Pediatricians, veterinarians, other health care professionals advice on selection appropriate as well prevention disease transmission from when children contact

Language: Английский

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Clinical and Epidemiologic Review of Capnocytophaga Spp. Infections Identified at a Public Health Reference Laboratory—California, 2005–2021

Zoonoses and Public Health, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Jan. 21, 2025

ABSTRACT Introduction Capnocytophaga is a genus of bacteria that are commensal to the oral microbiome humans and some animals. Some species found in human cavity rarely cause disease people; animals zoönotic can be transmitted people via saliva. This study describes clinical epidemiologic features patients from whom spp. were isolated blood other specimens at California state Microbial Diseases Laboratory. Methods Clinical information was obtained laboratory submission forms any accompanying medical records and/or matching statewide hospital discharge emergency department databases. Results During 17‐year period (2005–2021), 48 47 patients. canimorsus , which species, represented 85% identified level. The median age 67 years (range: 30–88 years) for 42 infected with 36 12–65 four non‐zoönotic species. Twenty‐five (60%) infections male, compared two (50%) infections. most frequently (88%), common case presentation sepsis (45%). A dog or cat bite prior diagnosis reported 14% . Records 45% indicated least one pre‐existing health condition associated depressed immune function. Conclusions documented rare, severe, invasive mostly older immunocompromised persons, often without documentation bite. Providers encouraged consider infection pet owners presenting sepsis, even absence known animal

Language: Английский

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The role of veterinarians in zoonosis prevention: Advising families of immunocompromised children with pets

One Health, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 18, P. 100662 - 100662

Published: Dec. 12, 2023

Pet ownership is widespread, offering numerous benefits to individuals and families. However, the risk of zoonotic diseases must be carefully considered, especially for immunosuppressed patients. Knowledge gaps in preventive measures zoonoses have been identified, underscoring vital role veterinarians addressing this issue. This study aimed assess knowledge recommendations regarding pet by immunocompromised individuals. Additionally, we compared these insights with responses from European healthcare professionals specializing pediatric transplant recipients. We conducted an observational, cross-sectional involving small animal Spain. An online survey was administered gather information on veterinarians' their owners. A 514 collected experienced mainly working primary care clinics. Surprisingly, 63% respondents did not routinely inquire about presence among owners, although 54% offered specific group. Most adhered deworming guidelines pets owned demonstrated sound practices Leishmania Leptospira prevention, as well avoidance raw food. were noted concerning Bordetella bronchiseptica vaccination. Notably, outperformed medical cases identification microorganisms. The veterinary clinics viewed positively nearly all respondents. Our findings indicate that possess a superior understanding pathogens exhibit greater proficiency diagnosing physicians. They stay well-informed outlined established are more likely provide written than Nevertheless, emphasize need enhanced communication between professionals. Reinforcing "One Health" concept imperative, playing pivotal collaborative effort.

Language: Английский

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Breast cancer treatment and recovery: pets’ roles as emotional buffers and stressors

BMC Women s Health, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 23(1)

Published: Oct. 17, 2023

Research suggests pets foster affection, connection, and physical activity, yet has failed to address the challenges people diagnosed with cancer face in caring for their pets. The objective of this study was better understand how serve as emotional buffers and/or stressors breast cancer, ability meet pet's needs affects well-being.

Language: Английский

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Immunocompromised Children and Young Patients Living with Pets: Gaps in Knowledge to Avoid Zoonosis

Transboundary and Emerging Diseases, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 2023, P. 1 - 10

Published: May 31, 2023

Background and Objectives. Although pets are known to be beneficial for children, they could also imply risks immunocompromised ones. We report the prevalence of children young patients living with in a cohort immunosuppressed pediatric describe risk behaviors acquiring zoonosis compliance veterinary recommendations. Methods. A cross-sectional, observational study was performed large tertiary hospital Madrid, including from different regions Spain. The participants were asked complete an online questionnaire. Results. Two hundred eighty-four responses received: 62.3% solid organ transplantation (177/284), 22.8% hematopoietic stem cell (65/284), 14.8% inborn errors immunity (42/284). median age 11 years (interquartile range 5.9–15.4), 55% boys (156/284). Up 45% (130/284) respondents lived 201 (74% them dogs cats). Half owning or cats did not comply at least one recommendations regarding vaccination, deworming, feeding, and/or veterinarian recommended controls. poorest findings related deworming regimens. Only 42.8% (117/273) received specific their healthcare professionals about companion animals. However, up 97% families considering pet so when professional contraindicate it (31/32), while 72% having got rid advised against animals (8/11). Conclusions. Pet ownership is frequent among children. They presented risky exposures zoonoses, basic frequently followed. opinion significantly influenced decision acquire pets, but less than half this regard.

Language: Английский

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Zoonosis screening in Spanish immunocompromised children and their pets

Frontiers in Veterinary Science, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 11

Published: July 23, 2024

Introduction Although pets provide several social–emotional benefits for children, the risk of zoonosis must be considered among immunocompromised individuals. Methods A prospective study was conducted in a tertiary hospital including patients younger than 20 years owning dogs and/or cats. Colonization infection evaluated by stool studies, bacterial swabs, blood polymerase chain reaction and serological studies both their pets, to evaluate potential zoonotic transmission occurrence. Results We included 74 92 (63 dogs, 29 cats). Up 44.6% 31.5% had at least 1 positive result. 18.4% pets’ fecal samples were (bacteria, parasites or hepatitis E virus). No helminths observed despite high frequency incorrect intestinal deworming practices. Among gastrointestinal microorganisms found 37.3% (primarily Clostridium difficile ). Staphylococcus pseudintermedius common (8.0%) but not children (0.0%). shared colonization between owners observed, except one case ( Blastocystis patient pet feces). patients, serologies Strongyloides stercoralis (14.8%), Toxocara canis (3.2%), Bartonella henselae (19.1%) (5.6%). Serology Rickettsia spp. (22.6%) Babesia (6.5%) Leishmania (14.3%) Toxoplasma Conclusion Exposure agents detected pets; however, events almost nonexistent. In our cohort, cats do appear entail patients.

Language: Английский

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