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0000-0002-3234-8322
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Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
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Publisher: MDPI AG
Date: 12-08-2023
Abstract: Background: Brucellosis is a serious public health problem distributed worldwide. Jordan has one of the highest incidences of brucellosis globally, mostly caused by infection with Brucella melitensis, which is associated with small, ruminant animals such as sheep. Sheep are an important livestock species in Jordan where there is a high value is placed on keeping animals at home. The incidence of human brucellosis rapidly increased following the Syrian conflict, in association with the resettlement of displaced people. Methods: A systems thinking (ST) approach was applied to develop a model to explain the dynamics of brucellosis in Jordan. A causal loop diagram (CLD) was developed to visualize and conceptualize interactions and feedback between several factors involved in sheep husbandry, animal and human health, and livestock trading systems. The CLD was constructed using information from published literature, historical governmental reports, policy documents and media coverage regarding brucellosis in Jordan. Semi-structured, in-depth interviews with erse stakeholders were conducted to elicit information on their understanding of critical factors associated with brucellosis. Results: The CLD demonstrated that brucellosis transmission in Jordan is driven by sheep husbandry practices like livestock movement/trading and the management of symptomatic animals (those suffering abortion). Five dimensions were identified to be associated with brucellosis transmission: human infection consumers traders and markets and livestock infection and control. Conclusion: The development of a CLD to explain brucellosis transmission in Jordan provides a better understanding of and reveals the multi-sectoral nature of the problem. The need for a multi-sectoral approach for effective brucellosis management in Jordan is clear from the five dimensions identified.
Publisher: University of Queensland Library
Date: 2021
DOI: 10.14264/CA36B6C
Publisher: MDPI AG
Date: 31-03-2023
DOI: 10.3390/IDR15020020
Abstract: Background: Communicable diseases remain a significant global health issue. The increase in refugees and asylum seekers associated with conflicts may alter the burden of communicable diseases in host countries. We conducted a systematic review of the prevalence of TB, HBC, HCV, and HIV among refugees and asylum seekers by regions of asylum and origin. Methods: Four electronic databases were searched from initiation to the 25 December 2022. Prevalence estimates were pooled into a random-effect model and were stratified by the region of origin and asylum. Meta-analysis was conducted to explore the heterogeneity of the included studies. Results: The most-reported asylum region was The Americas, represented by the United States of America. Asia and the Eastern Mediterranean was the region of the most-reported origin. The highest reported prevalence of active TB and HIV was among African refugees and asylum seekers. The highest reported prevalence of latent TB, HBV and HCV was among Asian and Eastern Mediterranean refugees and asylum seekers. High heterogeneity was found regardless of the communicable disease type or stratification. Conclusion: This review provided insights about refugees’ and asylum seekers’ status around the world and attempted to connect refugees’ and asylum seekers’ distribution and the burden of communicable diseases.
Publisher: The Sax Institute
Date: 05-2020
DOI: 10.57022/GTAU2910
Abstract: This Evidence Snapshot found insufficient evidence that masks are effective in reducing transmission among asymptomatic people in community settings. There was a lack of high-level evidence, with small measures of effect found in some studies. However, 10 of the 13 peer reviewed studies held that face masks or coverings may reduce transmission of COVID-19. Six studies recommended facemasks in combination with handwashing and social distancing. Seven studies suggested that masks be worn: early in a pandemic (3 studies), where social distancing is relaxed (1 study), to prevent a second wave (1 study) or where social distancing is not feasible such as on public transport (2 studies). Agency position statements varied.
Location: Australia
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