Publications by authors named "Beatriz Delgado-Hernandez"
Article Synopsis
- The study addresses the global concern over the spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza viruses (HPAIVs), particularly their zoonotic and pandemic risks, and their economic implications in Cuba.
- An integrated One Health model was developed to assess the risk of Avian Influenza (AI) introduction and transmission, using detailed parameters related to wildlife, poultry, pigs, and human populations.
- Results pinpointed high-risk areas, particularly in the south-western and eastern parts of Cuba, enabling better-targeted surveillance and enhanced biosecurity measures for managing potential AI outbreaks.
A critical step for decreasing zoonotic disease threats is to have a good understanding of the associated risks. Hunters frequently handle potentially infected birds, so they are more at risk of being exposed to zoonotic avian pathogens, including avian influenza viruses (AIVs). The objective of the current study was to gain a better understanding of Cuban hunters' general hunting practices, focusing on their knowledge and risk perception on avian influenza.
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