Vol. 12, Issue 5 (2023)

Author(s):
Hansmeet Kour, Tarundeep Singh, Hina Malik and Hardik Naliyapara

Abstract:
Nosocomial zoonoses are zoonotic diseases that spread through hospitals and health care centers. The nosocomial transmission of zoonotic infections is one of the least studied causes of its epidemic or even pandemic spread. Lack of knowledge of this way of spread, its propensity for epidemic development, and the unavailability of timely treatments and vaccinations to stop the transmission make this route a threat to world health. A One Health approach involving the cooperative efforts of public health experts, veterinarians, and administrative authorities is necessary to prevent the outbreak of these infections. Therefore, the current review aims at raising public knowledge of nosocomial zoonotic illnesses, their transmission, and the need for specific preventive measures.