Considerable Avian-associated Bacterial Zoonoses

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVESIn recent years, there has been a growing concern regarding zoonoses related to birds. These zoonotic diseases can be transmitted to humans through direct contact with pet birds or industrial birds, as well as through their remains, such as feces, dried fecal material, oral secretions, carcasses, and bird- derived food products like meat and eggs. While zoonoses associated with domestic mammals have received more attention in terms of eradication and control, avian-associated zoonoses have relatively been overlooked due to the more distant evolutionary relationship between birds and humans. However, with the increase in human population and subsequent expansion of poultry breeding for food supply, the proximity of humans to birds has led to the spread of these zoonoses, causing significant damage to both the poultry industry and human health. Bacterial zoonoses are of particular concern, given the emergence of antimicrobial resistance and the restrictions on antibiotic use, coupled with the potential transmission of these diseases through meat and eggs.MATERIALS AND METHODSThis research aims to explore and present several bacterial zoonotic diseases of significance to human public health that can be directly or indirectly transmitted from birds to humans. The data were collected from international scientific databases, including Google Scholar, Scopus, Pubmed, and Elsevier. Additionally, the Persian Scientific Information Database of the Academic Center for Education, Culture, and Research to complement the analysis were utilized.RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONSome of the most important bacterial zoonotic diseases related to birds include Avian tuberculosis, salmonellosis, colibacillosis, mycoplasmosis, botulism, campylobacteriosis, yersiniosis, ornithosis (psittacosis), clostridiosis, listeriosis, pasteurellosis, staphylococcus, streptococcus, erysipelothrix, spirochetosis and vibriosis.CONCLUSIONConsidering the Frequency of bird-keeping as pets and the significant role of poultry meat and eggs as a primary food source worldwide, it is crucial to prioritize research and attention to avian and poultry diseases, especially those associated with bird-to-human transmission. By studying infectious agents, implementing effective control measures, and focusing on eradication strategies, we can significantly contribute to ensuring the sustainability of the poultry industry and promoting better health outcomes in human societies.

کلیدواژه ها:

Avian ، Bacterial Zoonoses ، Human Health ، Birds