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  1. Article: Zoonotic Risks of Sleeping with Pets.

    Zanen, Lucie A / Kusters, Johannes G / Overgaauw, Paul A M

    Pathogens (Basel, Switzerland)

    2022  Volume 11, Issue 10

    Abstract: Background: Pets are increasingly becoming part of the family and interactions between pets and their owners is changing. This results in extended and more intimate contact between owners and their pets, which give rise to zoonotic risks.: Objective: ...

    Abstract Background: Pets are increasingly becoming part of the family and interactions between pets and their owners is changing. This results in extended and more intimate contact between owners and their pets, which give rise to zoonotic risks.
    Objective: To establish the presence of potential zoonotic pathogens in pets that sleep with their owner.
    Methods: As a pilot study, a group of 28 healthy dogs and 22 healthy cats were monitored for the presence of the zoonotic parasites Cheyletiella,
    Results: In total, 29 of the 50 pets (58%) slept on the bed, of which 15 pets (30%) slept in the bed (under the blankets). A total of 19/22 dogs (86%) and 7/22 cats (32%) tested positive for Enterobacteriaceae on the fur or footpads. Fleas were found in 5/22 of the cats' (23%) and 2/28 of the dogs' (7%) favourite sleeping spots. High levels of aerobic colonies were found, up to 216 colony forming units/cm
    Conclusions: The results of this preliminary study confirm literature reports that pets may constitute a potential risk in the transmission of zoonotic pathogens to their owner, especially during direct contact when sleeping in the same bed. Owners should therefore be informed about these risks and educated to interact with their pets in a more responsible way.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-10-05
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2695572-6
    ISSN 2076-0817
    ISSN 2076-0817
    DOI 10.3390/pathogens11101149
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  2. Article ; Online: A Pilot Study on the Contamination of Assistance Dogs' Paws and Their Users' Shoe Soles in Relation to Admittance to Hospitals and (In)Visible Disability.

    Vos, S Jasmijn / Wijnker, Joris J / Overgaauw, Paul A M

    International journal of environmental research and public health

    2021  Volume 18, Issue 2

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    Abstract (1) Background
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Clostridioides difficile ; Disabled Persons ; Dogs ; Hospitals ; Humans ; Netherlands ; Pilot Projects ; Service Animals ; Shoes
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-01-10
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2175195-X
    ISSN 1660-4601 ; 1661-7827
    ISSN (online) 1660-4601
    ISSN 1661-7827
    DOI 10.3390/ijerph18020513
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  3. Article ; Online: A Pilot Study on the Contamination of Assistance Dogs’ Paws and Their Users’ Shoe Soles in Relation to Admittance to Hospitals and (In)Visible Disability

    S. Jasmijn Vos / Joris J. Wijnker / Paul A. M. Overgaauw

    International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Vol 18, Iss 513, p

    2021  Volume 513

    Abstract: 1) Background : People with disabilities may benefit from an assistance dog (AD). Despite regulations that prohibit the denial of ADs to public places, this still occurs on a regular basis. The main argument for denial of access is that dogs compromise ... ...

    Abstract (1) Background : People with disabilities may benefit from an assistance dog (AD). Despite regulations that prohibit the denial of ADs to public places, this still occurs on a regular basis. The main argument for denial of access is that dogs compromise hygiene with their presence, which could cause a health hazard. Meanwhile, people are allowed to walk into and out of public places freely. (2) Objective: As a pilot study, to investigate the number of Enterobacteriaceae and the presence of Clostridium difficile bacteria on the paws of ADs and pet dogs (PDs) as well as the shoe soles of their users and owners. With the results, an assessment can be made as to whether measures are required to reduce environmental contamination (e.g., in hospitals). (3) Methods : In total, 25 ADs, 25 PDs, and their 50 users/owners participated in the study. Each participant walked their dog for 15–30 min prior to the sampling of the front paws . Each PD owner or AD user filled out a general questionnaire about the care of their dogs, and AD users were asked to fill out an additional questionnaire on their experiences regarding the admittance of their ADs to public places (in particular, hospitals). Dutch hospitals were questioned on their protocols regarding the admittance of ADs and their visitor numbers, including the percentage of AD users, to put these numbers into perspective. (4) Results : Dog paws were more often negative for Enterobacteriaceae compared to shoe soles (72% and 42%, respectively) and also had significantly lower bacterial counts (mean of 3.54log 10 and 5.03log 10 colony-forming units (CFUs), respectively; p < 0.05). This was most distinct in the comparison between PDs and their owners (3.75log 10 and 5.25log 10 CFUs; p < 0.05); the numbers were similar between ADs and their users (3.09log 10 and 4.58log 10 CFUs; p = 0.2). C. difficile was found on one (4%) AD user’s shoe soles. Moreover, 81% of AD users had been denied access with their current AD once or several times, the main reason being hygiene. The ...
    Keywords assistance dog ; Clostridium difficile ; Enterobacteriaceae ; hospital ; hygiene ; paw ; Medicine ; R
    Subject code 630
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-01-01T00:00:00Z
    Publisher MDPI AG
    Document type Article ; Online
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  4. Article ; Online: A One Health Perspective on the Human-Companion Animal Relationship with Emphasis on Zoonotic Aspects.

    Overgaauw, Paul A M / Vinke, Claudia M / Hagen, Marjan A E van / Lipman, Len J A

    International journal of environmental research and public health

    2020  Volume 17, Issue 11

    Abstract: Over time the human-animal bond has been changed. For instance, the role of pets has changed from work animals (protecting houses, catching mice) to animals with a social function, giving companionship. Pets can be important for the physical and mental ... ...

    Abstract Over time the human-animal bond has been changed. For instance, the role of pets has changed from work animals (protecting houses, catching mice) to animals with a social function, giving companionship. Pets can be important for the physical and mental health of their owners but may also transmit zoonotic infections. The One Health initiative is a worldwide strategy for expanding collaborations in all aspects of health care for humans, animals, and the environment. However, in One Health communications the role of particularly dogs and cats is often underestimated.
    Objective: Evaluation of positive and negative One Health issues of the human-companion animal relationship with a focus on zoonotic aspects of cats and dogs in industrialized countries.
    Method: Literature review.
    Results: Pets undoubtedly have a positive effect on human health, while owners are increasing aware of pet's health and welfare. The changing attitude of humans with regard to pets and their environment can also lead to negative effects such as changes in feeding practices, extreme breeding, and behavioral problems, and anthropozoonoses. For the human, there may be a higher risk of the transmission of zoonotic infections due to trends such as sleeping with pets, allowing pets to lick the face or wounds, bite accidents, keeping exotic animals, the importation of rescue dogs, and soil contact.
    Conclusions: One Health issues need frequently re-evaluated as the close human-animal relationship with pet animals can totally differ compared to decennia ago. Because of the changed human-companion animal bond, recommendations regarding responsible pet-ownership, including normal hygienic practices, responsible breeding, feeding, housing, and mental and physical challenges conforming the biology of the animal are required. Education can be performed by vets and physicians as part of the One Health concept.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Cat Diseases/transmission ; Cats ; Dog Diseases/transmission ; Dogs ; Human-Animal Bond ; Humans ; One Health ; Pets ; Surveys and Questionnaires ; Zoonoses
    Keywords covid19
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-05-27
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2175195-X
    ISSN 1660-4601 ; 1661-7827
    ISSN (online) 1660-4601
    ISSN 1661-7827
    DOI 10.3390/ijerph17113789
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  5. Article ; Online: Awareness and control of canine leishmaniosis: A survey among Spanish and French veterinarians.

    Le Rutte, Epke A / van Straten, Roosmarijn / Overgaauw, Paul A M

    Veterinary parasitology

    2018  Volume 253, Page(s) 87–93

    Abstract: Zoonotic visceral leishmaniasis (ZVL) is a parasitic disease affecting dogs and humans, which is transmitted by female sandflies. Over the last decade, disease prevalence has increased fivefold in parts of southern Europe, where an estimated 2.5 million ... ...

    Abstract Zoonotic visceral leishmaniasis (ZVL) is a parasitic disease affecting dogs and humans, which is transmitted by female sandflies. Over the last decade, disease prevalence has increased fivefold in parts of southern Europe, where an estimated 2.5 million dogs are infected. This increase is mainly due to an expansion in sandfly distribution due to climate change and to the greater numbers of dogs travelling among European countries. To combat the spread of ZVL in Europe, international guidelines have been drawn up that describe strategies to prevent, control and monitor the disease. To investigate whether these strategies are being implemented in the field, we conducted an online survey among veterinarians in Spain (endemic for ZVL) and France (south: emerging; north: non-endemic). Of the 889 respondents, 459 veterinarians completed all questions. Although 60% of all veterinarians were aware of the current ZVL increase in Europe, 70% were not familiar with any guidelines for controlling the disease. Most of their preventive and treatment actions were, however, in line with intervention strategies recommended by the guidelines. From the veterinarians in this survey, 76% had received no reports regarding confirmed cases of canine leishmaniosis (CanL) or human visceral leishmaniasis in their region or country. The fact that 88% of confirmed cases of clinical CanL were not reported suggests inadequate disease monitoring and evaluation. We therefore recommend that an easy-to-use and accessible international online network be developed, where both veterinarians and physicians can report confirmed cases of leishmaniosis in dogs and humans. This is crucial for monitoring, controlling and preventing the further spread of ZVL in Europe at regional, national and international level.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Dog Diseases/parasitology ; Dog Diseases/prevention & control ; Dogs ; Female ; France ; Humans ; Leishmania infantum/isolation & purification ; Leishmaniasis, Visceral/parasitology ; Leishmaniasis, Visceral/prevention & control ; Leishmaniasis, Visceral/veterinary ; Prevalence ; Psychodidae/parasitology ; Spain ; Surveys and Questionnaires ; Travel ; Veterinarians ; Zoonoses
    Language English
    Publishing date 2018-01-31
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 196831-2
    ISSN 1873-2550 ; 0304-4017
    ISSN (online) 1873-2550
    ISSN 0304-4017
    DOI 10.1016/j.vetpar.2018.01.013
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  6. Article ; Online: The PRO-RCC study: a long-term PROspective Renal Cell Carcinoma cohort in the Netherlands, providing an infrastructure for 'Trial within Cohorts' study designs.

    Yildirim, Hilin / Widdershoven, Christiaan V / Aarts, Maureen Jb / Bex, Axel / Bloemendal, Haiko J / Bochove-Overgaauw, Deirdre M / Hamberg, Paul / Herbschleb, Karin H / van der Hulle, Tom / Lagerveld, Brunolf W / van Oijen, Martijn Gh / Oosting, Sjoukje F / van Thienen, Johannes V / van der Veldt, Astrid Am / Westgeest, Hans M / Zeijdner, Evelijn E / Aben, Katja Kh / van den Hurk, Corina / Zondervan, Patricia J /
    Bins, Adriaan D

    BMC cancer

    2023  Volume 23, Issue 1, Page(s) 648

    Abstract: Background: Ongoing research in the field of both localized, locally advanced and metastatic renal cell carcinoma has resulted in the availability of multiple treatment options. Hence, many questions are still unanswered and await further research. A ... ...

    Abstract Background: Ongoing research in the field of both localized, locally advanced and metastatic renal cell carcinoma has resulted in the availability of multiple treatment options. Hence, many questions are still unanswered and await further research. A nationwide collaborative registry allows to collect corresponding data. For this purpose, the Dutch PROspective Renal Cell Carcinoma cohort (PRO-RCC) has been founded, for the prospective collection of long-term clinical data, patient reported outcome measures (PROMs) and patient reported experience measures (PREMs).
    Methods: PRO-RCC is designed as a multicenter cohort for all Dutch patients with renal cell carcinoma (RCC). Recruitment will start in the Netherlands in 2023. Importantly, participants may also consent to participation in a 'Trial within cohorts' studies (TwiCs). The TwiCs design provides a method to perform (randomized) interventional studies within the registry. The clinical data collection is embedded in the Netherlands Cancer Registry (NCR). Next to the standardly available data on RCC, additional clinical data will be collected. PROMS entail Health-Related Quality of Life (HRQoL), symptom monitoring with optional ecological momentary assessment (EMA) of pain and fatigue, and optional return to work- and/or nutrition questionnaires. PREMS entail satisfaction with care. Both PROMS and PREMS are collected through the PROFILES registry and are accessible for the patient and the treating physician.
    Trial registration: Ethical board approval has been obtained (2021_218) and the study has been registered at ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT05326620).
    Discussion: PRO-RCC is a nationwide long-term cohort for the collection of real-world clinical data, PROMS and PREMS. By facilitating an infrastructure for the collection of prospective data on RCC, PRO-RCC will contribute to observational research in a real-world study population and prove effectiveness in daily clinical practice. The infrastructure of this cohort also enables that interventional studies can be conducted with the TwiCs design, without the disadvantages of classic RCTs such as slow patient accrual and risk of dropping out after randomization.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Carcinoma, Renal Cell/epidemiology ; Carcinoma, Renal Cell/therapy ; Netherlands/epidemiology ; Prospective Studies ; Quality of Life ; Kidney Neoplasms/epidemiology ; Kidney Neoplasms/therapy
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-07-11
    Publishing country England
    Document type Multicenter Study ; Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2041352-X
    ISSN 1471-2407 ; 1471-2407
    ISSN (online) 1471-2407
    ISSN 1471-2407
    DOI 10.1186/s12885-023-11094-9
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  7. Article ; Online: Veterinary and public health aspects of Toxocara spp.

    Overgaauw, Paul A M / van Knapen, Frans

    Veterinary parasitology

    2013  Volume 193, Issue 4, Page(s) 398–403

    Abstract: Pet dogs and cats can play an important role in the transmission of zoonotic nematodes such as Toxocara canis and Toxocara cati, by excreting eggs directly into the human environment, without the involvement of vectors or intermediate hosts. Human ... ...

    Abstract Pet dogs and cats can play an important role in the transmission of zoonotic nematodes such as Toxocara canis and Toxocara cati, by excreting eggs directly into the human environment, without the involvement of vectors or intermediate hosts. Human toxocarosis remains a hazard despite the availability of highly effective anthelmintics for dogs and cats. A good understanding of the biology and epidemiology of these parasites, and the risk factors that lead to their transmission to humans is required for effective prevention strategies. In this respect, the maintenance of high quality continuing education for veterinarians and the provision of suitably presented information to pet owners are of priority importance. A closer collaboration between veterinary and public health professionals within the 'One Health' concept is also required.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Cat Diseases/epidemiology ; Cat Diseases/parasitology ; Cat Diseases/prevention & control ; Cat Diseases/transmission ; Cats ; Dog Diseases/epidemiology ; Dog Diseases/parasitology ; Dog Diseases/prevention & control ; Dog Diseases/transmission ; Dogs ; Europe/epidemiology ; Host-Parasite Interactions ; Humans ; Ovum ; Public Health ; Risk Factors ; Toxocara/physiology ; Toxocariasis/epidemiology ; Toxocariasis/parasitology ; Toxocariasis/prevention & control ; Toxocariasis/transmission ; Veterinarians ; Zoonoses
    Language English
    Publishing date 2013-04-15
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 196831-2
    ISSN 1873-2550 ; 0304-4017
    ISSN (online) 1873-2550
    ISSN 0304-4017
    DOI 10.1016/j.vetpar.2012.12.035
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  8. Article ; Online: Predicting the distribution of Ixodes ricinus and Dermacentor reticulatus in Europe: a comparison of climate niche modelling approaches.

    Noll, Madeleine / Wall, Richard / Makepeace, Benjamin L / Newbury, Hannah / Adaszek, Lukasz / Bødker, René / Estrada-Peña, Agustín / Guillot, Jacques / da Fonseca, Isabel Pereira / Probst, Julia / Overgaauw, Paul / Strube, Christina / Zakham, Fathiah / Zanet, Stefania / Rose Vineer, Hannah

    Parasites & vectors

    2023  Volume 16, Issue 1, Page(s) 384

    Abstract: Background: The ticks Ixodes ricinus and Dermacentor reticulatus are two of the most important vectors in Europe. Climate niche modelling has been used in many studies to attempt to explain their distribution and to predict changes under a range of ... ...

    Abstract Background: The ticks Ixodes ricinus and Dermacentor reticulatus are two of the most important vectors in Europe. Climate niche modelling has been used in many studies to attempt to explain their distribution and to predict changes under a range of climate change scenarios. The aim of this study was to assess the ability of different climate niche modelling approaches to explain the known distribution of I. ricinus and D. reticulatus in Europe.
    Methods: A series of climate niche models, using different combinations of input data, were constructed and assessed. Species occurrence records obtained from systematic literature searches and Global Biodiversity Information Facility data were thinned to different degrees to remove sampling spatial bias. Four sources of climate data were used: bioclimatic variables, WorldClim, TerraClimate and MODIS satellite-derived data. Eight different model training extents were examined and three modelling frameworks were used: maximum entropy, generalised additive models and random forest models. The results were validated through internal cross-validation, comparison with an external independent dataset and expert opinion.
    Results: The performance metrics and predictive ability of the different modelling approaches varied significantly within and between each species. Different combinations were better able to define the distribution of each of the two species. However, no single approach was considered fully able to capture the known distribution of the species. When considering the mean of the performance metrics of internal and external validation, 24 models for I. ricinus and 11 models for D. reticulatus of the 96 constructed were considered adequate according to the following criteria: area under the receiver-operating characteristic curve > 0.7; true skill statistic > 0.4; Miller's calibration slope 0.25 above or below 1; Boyce index > 0.9; omission rate < 0.15.
    Conclusions: This comprehensive analysis suggests that there is no single 'best practice' climate modelling approach to account for the distribution of these tick species. This has important implications for attempts to predict climate-mediated impacts on future tick distribution. It is suggested here that climate variables alone are not sufficient; habitat type, host availability and anthropogenic impacts, not included in current modelling approaches, could contribute to determining tick presence or absence at the local or regional scale.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Biodiversity ; Dermacentor ; Ecosystem ; Europe ; Ixodes
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-10-25
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2409480-8
    ISSN 1756-3305 ; 1756-3305
    ISSN (online) 1756-3305
    ISSN 1756-3305
    DOI 10.1186/s13071-023-05959-y
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  9. Article: Veterinary and public health aspects of Toxocara spp

    Overgaauw, Paul A.M / van Knapen, Frans

    Veterinary parasitology. 2013 Apr. 15, v. 193, no. 4

    2013  

    Abstract: Pet dogs and cats can play an important role in the transmission of zoonotic nematodes such as Toxocara canis and Toxocara cati, by excreting eggs directly into the human environment, without the involvement of vectors or intermediate hosts. Human ... ...

    Abstract Pet dogs and cats can play an important role in the transmission of zoonotic nematodes such as Toxocara canis and Toxocara cati, by excreting eggs directly into the human environment, without the involvement of vectors or intermediate hosts. Human toxocarosis remains a hazard despite the availability of highly effective anthelmintics for dogs and cats. A good understanding of the biology and epidemiology of these parasites, and the risk factors that lead to their transmission to humans is required for effective prevention strategies. In this respect, the maintenance of high quality continuing education for veterinarians and the provision of suitably presented information to pet owners are of priority importance. A closer collaboration between veterinary and public health professionals within the ‘One Health’ concept is also required.
    Keywords Toxocara canis ; Toxocara cati ; adult education ; anthelmintics ; cats ; dogs ; eggs ; epidemiology ; humans ; intermediate hosts ; parasites ; pets ; professionals ; public health ; risk factors ; veterinarians
    Language English
    Dates of publication 2013-0415
    Size p. 398-403.
    Publishing place Elsevier B.V.
    Document type Article
    ZDB-ID 196831-2
    ISSN 1873-2550 ; 0304-4017
    ISSN (online) 1873-2550
    ISSN 0304-4017
    DOI 10.1016/j.vetpar.2012.12.035
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  10. Article: Awareness and control of canine leishmaniosis: A survey among Spanish and French veterinarians

    Le Rutte, Epke A / Paul A.M. Overgaauw / Roosmarijn van Straten

    Veterinary parasitology. 2018 Apr. 15, v. 253

    2018  

    Abstract: Zoonotic visceral leishmaniasis (ZVL) is a parasitic disease affecting dogs and humans, which is transmitted by female sandflies. Over the last decade, disease prevalence has increased fivefold in parts of southern Europe, where an estimated 2.5 million ... ...

    Abstract Zoonotic visceral leishmaniasis (ZVL) is a parasitic disease affecting dogs and humans, which is transmitted by female sandflies. Over the last decade, disease prevalence has increased fivefold in parts of southern Europe, where an estimated 2.5 million dogs are infected. This increase is mainly due to an expansion in sandfly distribution due to climate change and to the greater numbers of dogs travelling among European countries. To combat the spread of ZVL in Europe, international guidelines have been drawn up that describe strategies to prevent, control and monitor the disease. To investigate whether these strategies are being implemented in the field, we conducted an online survey among veterinarians in Spain (endemic for ZVL) and France (south: emerging; north: non-endemic). Of the 889 respondents, 459 veterinarians completed all questions. Although 60% of all veterinarians were aware of the current ZVL increase in Europe, 70% were not familiar with any guidelines for controlling the disease. Most of their preventive and treatment actions were, however, in line with intervention strategies recommended by the guidelines. From the veterinarians in this survey, 76% had received no reports regarding confirmed cases of canine leishmaniosis (CanL) or human visceral leishmaniasis in their region or country. The fact that 88% of confirmed cases of clinical CanL were not reported suggests inadequate disease monitoring and evaluation. We therefore recommend that an easy-to-use and accessible international online network be developed, where both veterinarians and physicians can report confirmed cases of leishmaniosis in dogs and humans. This is crucial for monitoring, controlling and preventing the further spread of ZVL in Europe at regional, national and international level.
    Keywords climate change ; disease prevalence ; disease surveillance ; dogs ; females ; guidelines ; humans ; Phlebotominae ; physicians ; surveys ; veterinarians ; visceral leishmaniasis ; France ; Southern European region ; Spain
    Language English
    Dates of publication 2018-0415
    Size p. 87-93.
    Publishing place Elsevier B.V.
    Document type Article
    ZDB-ID 196831-2
    ISSN 1873-2550 ; 0304-4017
    ISSN (online) 1873-2550
    ISSN 0304-4017
    DOI 10.1016/j.vetpar.2018.01.013
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