10th Edition of
World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health
October 05-07, 2026 | Tokyo, Japan
Bartonella infections exemplify the interconnectedness of human and animal health, emphasizing the One Health approach. Many Bartonella species have a zoonotic potential, with reservoir hosts often being domestic and wild animals. For instance, B. henselae is commonly associated with cats, while B. bacilliformis has its reservoir in rodents. Understanding the ecology and transmission dynamics of Bartonella between animals and humans is crucial for effective disease prevention and control. Veterinarians, physicians, and public health professionals collaborate to address the complexities of Bartonella infections. Veterinary surveillance, control measures in animal populations, and responsible pet ownership contribute to reducing the risk of zoonotic transmission. Similarly, improved diagnostic techniques and awareness among healthcare providers about the diverse clinical presentations of Bartonella infections enhance early detection and appropriate treatment in human populations. The One Health framework underscores the need for interdisciplinary collaboration to comprehensively tackle Bartonella infections, highlighting the intricate web of interactions between humans, animals, and the environment in the spread and impact of these pathogens.
Title : Molecular crosstalk between the host and pathogen in Streptococcus pyogenes virulence
Francis J Castellino, University of Notre Dame, United States
Title : Phenotypic characterisation of non tuberculous mycobacterium species isolated from clinical specimens
Anant Marathe, Parul Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Parul University, India
Title : An unprecedented West Nile virus outbreak in Israel (2024): A textbook case for the One Health approach
Michel Bellaiche, Kimron Veterinary Institute, Israel
Title : Changing population immunity to COVID-19 in the context of infection, vaccination and emerging SARS-CoV-2 variants
Ranjan Ramasamy, IDFISH Technology, United States
Title : Candida auris infections are global health challenge
Reza Nassiri, Michigan State University, United States
Title : Host brakes on viral inflammation
Saurabh Chattopadhyay, University of Kentucky College of Medicine, United States