Brucellosis, also known as Mediterranean relaxation fever, Maltese fever or wave fever, is commonly known as lazy man's disease.It is a bacterial disease caused by variousBrucellaspecies, which mainly infect cattle, swine, goats, sheep and dogs. Humans generally acquire the disease through direct contact with infected animals, by eating or drinking contaminated animal products or by inhaling airborne agents. Brucellosis is found globally and is a reportable disease in most countries. It aff

Anthrax is a rare but serious infectious disease caused by bacteria known asBacillus anthracis. Bacillus anthracis is a Gram-positive and rod-shaped bacterium that causes anthrax, a deadly disease to livestock and, occasionally, to humans. It is the only permanent pathogen within the genus Bacillus. Humans generally acquire the disease directly or indirectly from infected animals, or through occupational exposure to infected or contaminated animal products. Worldwide, the estimated incidenc

Avian influenza A(H7N9) is a subtype of influenza viruses detected in birds in the past.This particular A(H7N9) virus had not previously been seen in either animals or people until it was found in March 2013 in China, which caused severe respiratory disease in more than 400 humans, of whom more than 100 died. Animal influenza viruses are distinct from human seasonal influenza viruses and do not easily transmit between humans. However, zoonotic influenza viruses - animal influenza viruses t

There are four types of influenza (flu) viruses:A, B, C and D. Wild aquatic birds, including gulls, terns, and shorebirds, and wild waterfowl, such as ducks, geese and swans are considered reservoirs (hosts) for avian influenza A viruses. Avian influenza A viruses are classified into the following two categories: low pathogenicity avian influenza (LPAI) A viruses, and highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A viruses. Highly pathogenic avian influenza viruses cause severe disease and high

Plague is an infectious disease caused by the bacteria Yersinia pestis, a zoonotic bacteria, usually found in small mammals and their fleas. It is transmitted between animals through fleas.Plague is a very severe disease in people, particularly in its septicaemic and pneumonic forms, with a case-fatality ratio of 30% to 100% if left untreated. People infected with the plague usually develop acute febrile disease with other non-specific systemic symptoms after an incubation period of one to

Ross River virus is an infection spread by mosquitoes. Symptoms include joint pain, fever and rash. Most people feel better within a few weeks, but sometimes it can take a few months. There is no cure for the Ross River virus, but pain relief medicines can help control your symptoms. The best way to prevent the Ross River virus is to avoid mosquito bites. The Bioperfectus Ross River Virus Real Time PCR Kit is an in vitro diagnostic test, based on real-time PCR technology. It is used for the

Rift Valley fever (RVF) is a member of thePhlebovirusgenus. It is a viral zoonosis that primarily affects animals but can also infect humans. Outbreaks of RVF can have major societal impacts, including significant economic losses and trade reductions. The disease most commonly affects livestock, causing severe illness and abortion in domesticated animals, an important income source for many. The majority of human infections result from direct or indirect contact with the blood or organs of

Malaria is an acute febrile illness caused by Plasmodium parasites, which are spread to people through the bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. 5 parasite species cause malaria in humans, and 2 of these species P. falciparum and P. vivax pose the greatest threat. P. falciparum is the deadliest malaria parasite and the most prevalent on the African continent. P. vivax is the dominant malaria parasite in most countries outside of sub-Saharan Africa. The first symptoms fever, head

Nipah virus(NiV) is a member of the familyParamyxoviridae, genusHenipavirus. Itis a zoonotic virus and can also be transmitted through contaminated food or directly between people. Human infections range from asymptomatic infection to acute respiratory infection (mild, severe) and fatal encephalitis. The incubation period (interval from infection to the onset of symptoms) is believed to range from 4 to 14 days. However, an incubation period of as long as 45 days has been reported. The case

Leishmaniasis is a parasitic disease found in parts of the tropics, subtropics, and southern Europe. It is classified as a neglected tropical disease (NTD). Leishmaniasis is caused by infection with Leishmania parasites, which are spread by the bite of phlebotomine sand flies. There are several different forms of leishmaniasis in people. The most common forms are cutaneous leishmaniasis, which causes skin sores, and visceral leishmaniasis, which affects several internal organs (usually the spl