The Human Dimension in Animal Health Programs: Understanding Behavior and Practices
A special issue of Agriculture (ISSN 2077-0472). This special issue belongs to the section "Farm Animal Production".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (20 February 2024) | Viewed by 3615
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Interests: surveillance methods; surveillance evaluation; infectious animal diseases; design and assessment of national animal health programs
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Dear Colleagues,
Human behavior directly influences animal health, making humans responsible for providing care, implementing preventive measures, and managing livestock systems. Recognizing the importance of human behavior in animal health programs can lead to targeted education, training, and increased awareness of proper animal husbandry practices. This includes promoting biosecurity measures, responsible antimicrobial use, and appropriate vaccination protocols. The human dimension extends beyond animal care and management, encompassing stakeholders such as farmers, veterinarians, policymakers, and consumers. Effective communication and collaboration among these stakeholders are vital for the success of animal health programs. By considering the perspectives, needs, and concerns of all involved parties, programs can be tailored to address specific challenges and ensure their long-term sustainability. Furthermore, the human dimension is closely tied to public health, as many animal diseases can have significant implications for human health, including zoonotic diseases. A comprehensive animal health program should aim to protect both animal and human populations, recognizing the interconnectedness of their well-being. Therefore, understanding and addressing human behavior, fostering collaboration among stakeholders, and considering public health implications are essential for effective animal health promotion and overall societal well-being.
This Special Issue aims to explore studies and research findings that assess the human dimension, including behavior and practices associated with animal health programs. This issue seeks to enhance the effectiveness of animal health programs and improve the health of communities at large. Interdisciplinary studies, including social science research, are anticipated to contribute valuable insights to this issue. We encourage the submission of research articles, including observational studies, that address a broad range of behaviors, knowledge, and opinions of farmers, veterinary practitioners, and decision-makers.
Prof. Dr. Mo Salman
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- animal health programs
- human behavior
- human practices
- farmers’ attitude
- knowledge, attitudes, and practices of farmers and veterinarians
- social sciences for animal health programs
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