Detection of Elements of Transmission of Zoonotic Diseases in Kolwezi
I. E. Kasamba *
Department of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Lubumbashi, Congo.
Kasongo Aimé
School of Public Health, University of Kolwezi, Congo.
Nathalie Kaj Kayomb
School of Public Health, University of Kolwezi, Congo.
Delly Ngoy Kabwe
School of Public Health, University of Kolwezi, Congo.
Malangu Mposhy
Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Lubumbashi, Congo.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to detect in the communes of the city of Kolwezi, the elements of transmission of zoonotic diseases, it is appropriate to note the low supply of veterinary services and the poor management of animals, their excrement, and their corpse and misuse of antibiotics during the process of raising or treating animals.
Although aware of the risk of disease transmission by animals, the population does not take any protective measures and does not notice in the event of a spontaneous termination of pregnancy.
In view of this situation, public awareness on zoonotic diseases, animal management and all associated elements. A faculty of veterinary medicine is a necessity to improve the supply of veterinary services.
Keywords: Detection, zoonotic disease, transmission, Kolwezi