Influence of Environmental Factors on Occurrence of Leptospirosis in Humans and Animals in Brazil-A Review

Authors: Marchi MNA*

DOI: 10.23880/eij-16000241

Volume 6, Issue 3

Abstract

Leptospirosis is an infectious, zoonotic and neglected disease, distributed worldwide and endemic in America and in several states of Brazil. It is a disease that causes significant social, economic and health impact. Pathogenic species can survive in the environment for relatively long periods. Some environmental conditions favor the survival and maintenance of the bacteria in the environment, such as characteristics of the soil to be alkaline and humid, type of agricultural production and proximity to farm Animals. Animals play an important role in environmental contamination, especially rodents. The findings in this review reinforce the need for an integrated approach from a one health perspective so that prevention actions are more effective.

Keywords: One Health; Risk factors; Zoonosis; Public Health; Epidemiology

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