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Awareness campaigns and strengthened prevention as alternatives to banning: Preventing zoonotic diseases from wildlife in the Democratic Republic of Congo

Abstract

The findings highlight that wild meat consumption is quite homogenous with regards to sociodemographic characteristics, only the city of residence emerged as a significant factor. However, the risk perception is very low. Increased awareness campaigns and biosafety measures along the value chain would contribute to the prevention of zoonotic diseases originating from wildlife.

Research topics

  • Zoonotic diseases and public health
  • Animal Disease Management and Epidemiology
  • Viral Infections and Vectors

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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0327590

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