Publications by authors named "E Suffredini"
Hepatitis E virus (HEV) is a global health problem, causing an estimated 20 million infections annually. Thus, the management of HEV requires special consideration. In developed countries, hepatitis E is mainly recognized as a foodborne disease (mainly transmitted via undercooked meat consumption) that is generally caused by genotype 3 and 4 circulating in various animals, including pigs and wild boars.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFMammarenaviruses are noteworthy zoonotic pathogens, and the main reservoirs are rodent species. We report the detection of a novel mammarenavirus in 6/183 (3.3%) in necropsied European hedgehogs (Erinaceus europaeus) collected in Italy.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFWastewater-based epidemiology (WBE) is a recognized, dynamic approach to monitoring the transmission of pathogens in communities through urban wastewater. This study aimed to detect and quantify influenza A and B viruses in Italian wastewater during the 2022-2023 season (October 2022 to April 2023). A total of 298 wastewater samples were collected from 67 wastewater treatment plants (WTPs) across the country.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe objective of this opinion was to determine if any wild caught fish species, originating from specific fishing grounds and consumed in the EU/EFTA could be considered free of zoonotic parasites. In this Opinion the term 'fishery products' only refers to fresh finfish. As there are multiple fish species and numerous potential parasites, sp.
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- - The study investigated the distribution of antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) in various oceans, finding that the gene sul1 was widely present, indicating significant spread, especially in the Mediterranean Sea where human activity has likely impacted levels of ARGs.
- - It highlighted that even remote areas, like the Arctic Ocean, showed the presence of multiple ARGs, pointing to a concerning trend of antibiotic resistance spreading globally, regardless of location.
- - The research involved analyzing geographic trends and potential sources of contamination, emphasizing the need for targeted strategies and international cooperation to address the issue of ARGs in marine environments effectively.