Parasitic Infections in Animals
A special issue of Pathogens (ISSN 2076-0817). This special issue belongs to the section "Parasitic Pathogens".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 March 2026 | Viewed by 10
Special Issue Editor
Interests: veterinary parasitology; zoonotic parasites; vector-borne diseases; epidemiology; one health
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Parasitic infections remain a major concern in veterinary medicine due to their impact on animal health, productivity, and welfare, as well as the potential for zoonotic transmission. The diversity of parasites affecting domestic, wild, and production animals includes protozoa, helminths, and ectoparasites, and each presents distinct epidemiological patterns, diagnostic challenges, and unique requirements regarding control strategies. Environmental changes, global trade, and climate variability have further influenced the distribution and emergence of parasitic diseases worldwide. This Special Issue will showcase high-quality research and reviews on advances in diagnosis, treatment, epidemiology, molecular characterization, and control in parasitic infections in animals, including studies addressing public health implications and integrated management strategies under the One Health approach. Contributions from different geographical regions and multidisciplinary perspectives are highly encouraged to provide a comprehensive and updated view of this field.
Dr. Thais Rabelo Dos Santos-Doni
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- veterinary parasitology
- zoonotic parasites
- vector-borne diseases
- epidemiology
- one health
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