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| Open Access | EVALUATING TOXOCARA CANIS PREVALENCE AMONG STRAY DOGS IN THE KASHMIR VALLEY: A PUBLIC HEALTH CONCERN
SYED AHMAD WANI , P.G. DEPT. OF ZOOLOGY, UNIVERSITY OF KASHMIR, SRINAGAR, J & K, INDIAAbstract
This study investigates the prevalence of Toxocara canis infection among stray dogs in the Kashmir Valley and assesses its implications for public health. Toxocara canis is a zoonotic parasite responsible for toxocariasis in humans, which can lead to various clinical manifestations. The presence of infected stray dogs in urban areas poses a potential risk to human health. A cross-sectional survey was conducted, involving the collection and analysis of fecal samples from stray dogs. The study reveals the extent of Toxocara canis infection in the stray dog population, highlighting the need for awareness, preventive measures, and effective control strategies to mitigate the associated health risks.
Keywords
Toxocara canis, Stray dogs, Prevalence, Kashmir Valley, Zoonotic parasites, Toxocariasis, Public health
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