Occurrence of Enteric Parasites in Sheep (Ovis aries) from Gabtoli Livestock Market, Dhaka, Bangladesh | Chapter 6 | Contemporary Research and Perspectives in Biological Science Vol. 1

Enteric parasitic infection in small ruminants is a problem in commercial production systems as it has a huge influence on growth and related costs of control trials. Heavy infections with helminths lower the immunity of the animals. The present study was conducted to determine the prevalence of enteric parasites in sheep (Ovis aries). A total of 96 ((40 male sheep and 56 female sheep) stool samples were collected from Gabtoli cattle market, Dhaka from April to November 2017. The Formol Ether Concentration technique was applied to process the stool samples. Balantidium sp. (41.67%; CPG 17.5±3) followed by Entamoeba sp. (37.50%; CPG 7.22±3) showed the maximum prevalence among protozoan parasites. Fasciola sp. (45.83%; EPG 45±5) and Hymenolepis nana (37.50%, EPG 17.22±7.5) were the most prevalent among trematodes and cestodes, respectively. Ostertagia sp. (50%; EPG 26.9±5) showed the uppermost prevalence among the nematodes. Trichiurisovis showed the highest intensity (53.7±13.5) followed by Strongyloides sp. (49.8±14). Giardia sp. had the lowest prevalence (8.33%; CPG 6±0.5). All sheep species were nearly equally affected, with the exception of protozoans and cestodes. In order to develop effective control measures, further work is required for a thorough examination and monitoring of intestinal parasites in small ruminants. Proper control measures are indispensable to generate defence against economic damage regarding livestock production and management and to minimise the deadly effect of parasites on animal health. Additional studies with large sample sizes can depict the definite prevalence of enteric parasites. Routine therapy reduces this burden but small strategies are needed to limit the onset of drug resistance.

 

Author (s) Details

Hamida Khanum
Department of Zoology, Faculty of Biological Sciences, University of Dhaka, Dhaka- 1000, Bangladesh.

 

Sharmin Musa
Department of Zoology, Faculty of Biological Sciences, University of Dhaka, Dhaka- 1000, Bangladesh.

 

Halima Khatun
Department of Zoology, Faculty of Biological Sciences, University of Dhaka, Dhaka- 1000, Bangladesh.

 

Priyanka Barua
Department of Zoology, Faculty of Biological Sciences, University of Dhaka, Dhaka- 1000, Bangladesh.

 

Mandira Mukutmoni
Department of Zoology, Faculty of Biological Sciences, University of Dhaka, Dhaka- 1000, Bangladesh.

Romana Akter
Department of Zoology, Faculty of Biological Sciences, University of Dhaka, Dhaka- 1000, Bangladesh.

Sharmin Musa

Department of Zoology, Faculty of Biological Sciences, University of Dhaka, Dhaka- 1000, Bangladesh.

 

 

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The Challenge of Open Defaecation (OD) and Community-led Total Sanitation (CLTS) in Nigeria– A brief Review | Chapter 02 | Emerging Challenges in Environment and Earth Science Vol. 2

 Nigeria is ranked second (2) in the world in terms of open defecation, according to a recent World Health Organization report (OD). This has been identified as an environmental danger that has attracted the attention of both government and non-governmental organisations over time (NGOs). As part of their civic obligation, academia and corporate organisations working in the environmental and public health fields have demonstrated no less concern. The Nigerian government and other stakeholders have responded in a variety of ways, including the adoption of the Community-Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) principle. The purpose of this review study was to look at this important topic and the magnitude of the problems and efforts achieved so far in the country. In Nigeria, a thorough evaluation of peer-reviewed journals and published material on OD was conducted. The goal of this study was to find out (a) how much OD has presented a public health issue in our areas. (b) What prevalent activities are the key drivers of OD in Nigeria's present sociocultural norms? (c) In Nigeria, what are the most common obstacles to combating OD? A convincing review suggests that Community-Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) or the Community Approach for Total Sanitation (CATS) is one of the proven solutions typically employed at the community and programme level, as investigated in the Nigerian context– its adaptability, effectiveness, and otherwise. A few models were examined, and recommendations were given where needed.

Author(S) Details

Mela Danjin
College of Nursing and Midwifery Gombe (CONMG), Gombe State, Nigeria.

Henry O. Sawyerr
Environmental Health Science Programme, School of Allied Health and Environmental Science, Kwara State University (KWASU), MaleteIlorin, Kwara State, Nigeria.

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