Last updated on October 18th, 2024 at 11:04 am
Zoonotic Resources
Zoonotic diseases (zoonoses/zoonotics) are caused by germs spread between animals and people. Anyone can get sick from a zoonotic disease, even healthy people. In fact, the majority of emerging infectious diseases in the US are zoonotic in nature. Agricultural producers are high-risk for work-related zoonotic disease infections, and generally have minimal to no awareness of the risks, symptoms, or preventative measures. The CDC notes that some people have higher risks than others and are more likely to get severely ill or die from certain diseases. People with increased risk include children younger than 5, adults older than 65, people with weakened immune systems, and pregnant women. It is important to educate yourself on zoonotic diseases, and to take steps to reduce risks and exposure for both you and your family members.
Zoonotic Resources
Resource Library
| ID | Title | Summary | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13525 | Avian Influenza & Farmers’ Mental Health | Learn about the impact of euthanizing birds on a farmers’ mental health and get connected with resources. Spanish Title: Influenza Aviar & La Salud mental de los Agricultores | |
| 7235 | Avian Influenza: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Guidelines | The information provided in this guide is intended as general guidelines for exposures to Avian Influenza. | |
| 9539 | Directrices provisionales para proteger a los trabajadores contra el lodo y las aguas residuales de las actividades ganaderas y avícolas, durante y después de las inundaciones | The purpose of this Spanish language guidance is to protect workers from illnesses and injuries associated with livestock and poultry wastewater and sludge from animal feeding operations during and after floods. | |
| 9893 | Disease from Select Zoonotic Agents Chart | This is a chart of zoonotic diseases and how they are transmitted. | |
| 9538 | Interim Guidance for Protecting Workers from Livestock and Poultry Wastewater and Sludge During and After Floods | The purpose of this guidance is to protect workers from illnesses and injuries associated with livestock and poultry wastewater and sludge from animal feeding operations during and after floods. | |
| 21660 | One World, One Health | episode of Talking Total Farmer Health | |
| 10355 | Tick Borne Diseases | episode of Talking Total Farmer Health | |
| 7995 | What to Know About Bird Flu | A guide on what to look for during an avian influenza outbreak. | |
| 10339 | Zoonotic Disease and Pregnancy: A Brief Overview | Ag work can be hazardous, particularly to women who are currently pregnant or want to be. Learn about some ways to keep yourself safe. | |
| 16091 | Zoonotic Disease and Pregnancy: A Brief Overview | A brief overview of zoonotic disease and pregnancy. | |
| 16200 | Zoonotic Diseases | episode of Talking Total Farmer Health | |
| 24553 | Zoonotic Diseases in Agriculture | This resource discusses reproductive health in regards to exposures/risks for female’s raising beef cattle. | |
| 21283 | Zoonotic Diseases, Vaccines, and You | episode of Talking Total Farmer Health |
Webinars
| Webinar Title | Summary | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Farm and Ranch Health Threats After a Flood | Disaster recovery can be as dangerous as the disaster itself, especially if no disaster preparedness plan was implemented. This is especially true on farms and ranches where inherent farm hazards such as machinery and equipment, livestock, and agriculture chemicals are displaced and co-mingle, putting all emergency response personnel, farm workers and family members in danger. Floods can heighten the risk of health threats such as mold, tetanus bacteria, contaminated well water, heat illness and high stress. This presentation will highlight basic precautions to prevent possible diseases and injuries during and after flooding. | |
| Zoonotic Disease and Pregnancy: A Deeper Dive | Request This Training |
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Page updated: September 2023
