Tag: Cockroaches as vectors of pathogens

The Medical Importance of Cockroaches as Vectors of Pathogens: Implications for Public Health

The Medical Importance of Cockroaches as Vectors of Pathogens: Implications for Public Health

Announcing a new article publication for Zoonoses journal. Cockroaches, particularly Blattella germanica and Periplaneta americana, are among the most medically important insects, because of their close association with human living environments. They act as a critical reservoir and vector for a diverse range of pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. These pathogens pose substantial public health challenges, […]