Q Fever
(Query fever)
Q Fever is an infectious disease caused by the bacteria Coxiella burnetii. Reservoir animals include sheep, cattle, goats, cats and dogs. It is transmitted to humans by inhaling dust contaminated by infected animals’ urine, milk, feces and other fluids or by direct contact with these contaminated items. Symptoms include fever, chills, headache, weakness and muscle pain.
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PHO Rounds: Toxigenic C. Diphtheriae in a Donkey: Implications for Zoonotic Disease Transmission and One Health Approach
Enhanced disease surveillance, along with clearer protocols for reporting and information sharing across sectors, is essential to reduce the risk of future zoonotic outbreaks and protect public health.
Updated
13 Dec 2024
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