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A new study finds major research gaps in zoonotic diseases, especially in lower-income countries, urging global cooperation and a One Health approach to combat disease emergence.
A new study reveals significant gaps in research on zoonotic diseases linked to agrifood systems, especially in low- and middle-income countries, where nearly half lack published studies.
Analyzing over 49,000 publications, researchers identified only 424 relevant studies, with key areas like wildlife-human interactions and food system dynamics underexplored.
Zoonotic diseases cause 2.5 billion illnesses and 2.7 million deaths yearly, with 60% of human infectious diseases and 75% of emerging infections originating in animals.
The study urges a One Health approach, emphasizing interdisciplinary, systems-based research and stronger international collaboration to better understand disease emergence and inform evidence-based policies.
Findings will be discussed in a December 2 FAO webinar.
Un nuevo estudio encuentra importantes lagunas de investigación en las enfermedades zoonóticas, especialmente en los países de bajos ingresos, instando a la cooperación global y un enfoque de una sola salud para combatir el surgimiento de enfermedades.