Publications by authors named "Z Ruzic"

Effective antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) is crucial for combating the rise of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), particularly in veterinary medicine. Educational programs targeting veterinary students can play a significant role in shaping their knowledge and attitudes toward antimicrobial use and stewardship. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of educational programs on the knowledge and attitudes regarding AMS among veterinary students in Serbia.

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  • The study investigated the impact of heat stress on the pituitary-adrenal axis in broilers and explored whether early-age thermal conditioning (ETC) and vitamin C could mitigate these effects.
  • Four groups of one-day-old broilers were created: a control group, a group receiving vitamin C, a group exposed to ETC, and a group combining both treatments.
  • Results showed that the combination of ETC and vitamin C significantly increased the area and core size of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) cells and cortisol levels, suggesting enhanced adaptation to heat stress in the T + C group.
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Yersiniosis, one of the leading foodborne infections in the European Union, is caused by In this study, the antibacterial and antibiofilm effects of cinnamon ( Nees), clove ( L.), oregano ( L.), rosemary ( L.

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Mastitis is one of the most important diseases in dairy cows, leading to substantial economic losses associated with decreased milk production and quality. Early detection of changes in metabolic and milk parameters is crucial for maintaining animal welfare and milk quality. This study aimed to detect patterns in metabolic and milk composition parameters in Serbian dairy cows affected by mastitis.

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The dairy sector is essential for the world's food systems, playing a vital role in agricultural production. Yet, mastitis, an inflammation of the mammary gland, affects a considerable portion of the dairy cow population annually, leading to reduced productivity and sustainability. Insight into therapeutic protocols is essential for a better understanding of the situation on farms with the aim of developing new or harmonizing existing protocols in the mastitis treatment.

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