Risk factors associated with self-reported Q fever in Australian wildlife rehabilitators: Findings from an online survey.

ABSTRACT: Australian wildlife rehabilitators (AWR) are at increased risk of developing Q fever, a serious zoonotic disease caused by the intracellular bacterium Coxiella burnetii. Previous studies have suggested that Australian wildlife may be a potential C. burnetii infection source for humans. However, a recent serological survey of AWR found no association between C. burnetii exposure and direct contact with any wildlife species. To further explore the potential risk that wildlife may pose, this study aimed to identify associations between self-reported Q fever in AWR and risk factors for exposure to C. burnetii. An online cross-sectional survey was implemented in 2018 targeting AWR nationwide. Risk factors for self-reported Q fever were determined using multivariable logistic regression. Medical

SUBMITTER: Mathews KO 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10091799 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature