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A systematic review of zoonotic enteric parasitic diseases among nomadic and pastoral people.

Amber N BarnesAnu DavaasurenUyanga BaasandagvaGregory C Gray
Published in: PloS one (2017)
Nomadic and pastoral communities are at risk of infection with a variety of zoonotic enteric parasites due to their living environment, cultural and dietary traditions, and close relationship to animals. Global health efforts aimed at reducing the transmission of these animal-to-human pathogens must incorporate a One Health approach to support water, sanitation, and hygiene development, provide education on safe food handling and preparation, and improve the health of domestic animals associated with these groups, particularly dogs.
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