Wise IAS Academy Prevention and Control of Occupational Zoonotic Diseases Understanding Occupational Zoonotic Diseases Zoonotic diseases are infections transmitted from animals to humans. Veterinary professionals, farmworkers, and animal handlers face an increased risk. Imp...
Wise IAS Academy Rice Field Worker's Disease (Schistosomiasis) Introduction Wool Sorter’s Disease, also known as inhalation anthrax , is a rare but severe occupational disease. It affects workers handling contaminated wool, hides, or animal hair . The condition a...
Wise IAS Academy Sugarcane Workers’ Disease: Leptospirosis in Agriculture What is Sugarcane Workers’ Disease (Leptospirosis)? Sugarcane workers are at risk of contracting leptospirosis , a bacterial disease caused by Leptospira bacteria. This disease spreads through direct ...
Wise IAS Academy Psittacosis in Veterinary Professionals: Risks & Prevention Understanding Psittacosis in Veterinary Professionals Psittacosis, also known as parrot fever , is a zoonotic disease that affects individuals who handle birds regularly. Chlamydia psittaci , the bact...
Wise IAS Academy Role of Veterinarians in Animal Health Introduction Veterinarians play a critical role in ensuring animal health and welfare. They provide medical care, advocate for animal rights, conduct research, and educate the public. Their expertise ...
Wise IAS Academy SPCA and Animal Welfare What is SPCA? The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) is a global organization dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of animals. It works to prevent cruelty, rescue abuse...
Wise IAS Academy OIE Guidelines for Bird Flu Control in India Introduction to Avian Influenza in India Avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, poses a significant threat to poultry and public health in India. The World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) h...
Wise IAS Academy OIE Regulations Introduction The World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) is an intergovernmental organization dedicated to improving animal health worldwide. It plays a crucial role in preventing and controlling a...
Wise IAS Academy Cohort Studies in Veterinary Science What Are Cohort Studies? Cohort studies are observational studies where researchers track animals with and without exposure to specific risk factors. This approach helps determine disease incidence, i...
Wise IAS Academy Veterinary Epidemiological Tools Introduction Veterinary epidemiology plays a crucial role in monitoring, controlling, and forecasting infectious diseases in animals. This field ensures animal health, food safety, and public well-bei...
Wise IAS Academy Emergence and Re-Emergence of Zoonotic Diseases Understanding Zoonotic Diseases Zoonotic diseases are infections transmitted between animals and humans. Their emergence and re-emergence are influenced by various factors, including ecological change...
Wise IAS Academy Freeze Drying Understanding Freeze Drying in Veterinary Science Freeze drying, also called lyophilization, is a crucial preservation technique in veterinary medicine. It removes moisture from biological materials w...