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Home » Centre for Public Health Research. CODEX Alimentarius. CXS 193-1995General Standard for Contaminants and Toxins in Food and Feed CXC 1-1969General Principles of Food Hygiene CXS 1-1985General Standard for the Labelling of Prepackaged Foods CXG 2-1985Guidelines on Nutrition Labelling CXM 2Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) and Risk Management Recommendations (RMRs) for Residues of Veterinary Drugs in Foods CXS 192-1995General Standard for Food Additives CXC 80-2020Code of Practice on Food Allergen Management for Food Business Operators.

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FAO's Animal Production and Health Division. FAO, WHO and OIE define Veterinary Public Health (VPH) as "The contributions to the physical, mental and social well being of humans through an understanding and application of veterinary science".

FAO's Animal Production and Health Division

Veterinary public health contributes to public health through the knowledge, skills and resources of veterinary science. This generally relates to the understanding, prevention and control of zoonotic diseases and food safety issues. The scope of VPH is clearly multidisciplinary, involving not only veterinarians in public and private sectors, but also other health and agriculture professionals, communication experts and scientists as well as paraprofessionals. A interdisciplinary team approach to problem solving, research, control programmes and communication is essential for the improvement of human health in a significant and sustainable manner.

GIDEON – Global Infectious Diseases and Epidemiology Network. WHO - Zoonoses and Veterinary Public Health (VPH) WHO Collaborating Center - New and Emerging Zoonoses. WHO (IVR) Zoonotic Infections. PAHO - Zoonosis. Zoonotic Diseases « CFSPH. Animals play an important role in the lives of humans, providing both psychological and physiological benefits.

Zoonotic Diseases « CFSPH

However interactions with animals can pose a risk for zoonoses, diseases of animals that can be transferred to humans, leading to infection and disease. Many zoonotic diseases, such as rabies or ringworm, have been around for hundreds of years. Others, such as cat scratch disease or leptospirosis, are new or emerging diseases. In fact, reports indicate that over 75% of emerging pathogens in humans are considered zoonotic diseases. People who have close contact with animals, whether it is pet owners, livestock producers, or animal health providers, can be at increased risk for zoonotic diseases. Veterinary Public Health. The OCVO, in conjunction with other areas of DAFF, is responsible for developing policy and providing scientific advice on animal health matters, including: veterinary aspects of control of zoonotic diseases (diseases that can be transmitted from animals to humans) food safety the safe use of agricultural and veterinary chemical products counterterrorism (where biological agents may be used for terrorist activities) animal health and welfare aspects of biotechnology, and contributing to veterinary public health monitoring and surveillance activities.

Veterinary Public Health

Zoonoses Australia is fortunate to be free of many of the serious zoonoses that are present in some other countries around the world. Studies show that a large proportion of new diseases that affect humans originated in animals. Zoonotic agents in Australia include: certain bacteria (eg. Zoonotic agents not present in Australia include: rabies; highly pathogenic avian influenza, and bovine spongiform encephalopathy. Animal Biotechnology. Protecting agriculture and public health from high-consequence diseases. ECDC - European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control. NCEZID - National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases. CDC Healthy Pets Healthy People. Introduction Pets provide many benefits to humans.

CDC Healthy Pets Healthy People

They comfort us and they give us companionship. However, some animals can also pass diseases to people. These diseases are called zoonoses. Although animals can carry germs, it is important to know that you are more likely to get some of these germs from contaminated food or water than from your pet or another animal you encounter. Many groups encourage people to enjoy the benefits of common household pets. Because wild animals can carry diseases that are dangerous to people, CDC discourages direct contact with wildlife.

What's Inside? Browse by Animal Can my pet make me or other people sick? Browse by Disease What diseases can animals carry? Prevention Tools Advice for People at Extra Risk Some people are more likely than others to get diseases from animals. For Health Professionals Attention health professionals! Contact Us Send us questions or comments about our Healthy Pets, Healthy People Web site. Bioterrorism Agents/Diseases. A to Z | By category Category A Definition The U.S. public health system and primary healthcare providers must be prepared to address various biological agents, including pathogens that are rarely seen in the United States.

Bioterrorism Agents/Diseases

High-priority agents include organisms that pose a risk to national security because they.