Sentinels of Health: Advancements in Monitoring and Surveillance of Vector-Borne Diseases in Domestic and Wild Animals and Vectors

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Sentinels of Health: Advancements in Monitoring and Surveillance of Vector-Borne Diseases in Domestic and Wild Animals and Vectors

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Editorial

13 August 2025

Editorial: Sentinels of health: advancements in monitoring and surveillance of vector-borne diseases in domestic and wild animals and vectors

Vesna Milićević

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Francesco Mira

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Mihaela Kavran

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Vesna Milicevic

Institute of Veterinary Medicine of Serbia, University of Belgrade

Francesco Mira

Istituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale della Sicilia "A. Mirri"

Mihaela Kavran

Faculty of Agriculture, University of Novi Sad

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Studies related to vector-borne diseases in both domestic and wild have seen significant advancements in their understanding, influence, and management. These diseases, once confined to specific regions or animal populations, have seen their distribution and behavior altered due to climate change and human activities. Additionally, some of these diseases now pose zoonotic risks, with the potential for direct transmission between animals and humans. The effects of globalization and transportation have also played a role in surpassing traditional territorial boundaries for certain vector-borne diseases. The economic repercussions of these diseases are noteworthy, encompassing direct veterinary care costs, losses in livestock productivity, and expenses related to disease control measures.

The main aim of this Research Topic is to address these diseases through a comprehensive approach that includes surveillance, vector control methods, vaccination strategies, and public awareness initiatives. Despite advancements in managing specific diseases, new challenges emerge due to globalization and climate change, highlighting the need for continuous research and adaptable control measures. It is strongly recommended to enhance epidemiological surveillance and research the factors influencing vector abundance and distribution, as these can aid in predicting disease outbreaks and designing effective control strategies.

To gather further insights into the range and limitations of this Research Topic, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:

• Systematic review of animal vector-borne diseases
• Emerging vector-borne diseases
• Ecology of vectors
• Host-vector-pathogen dynamics
• Emerging animal vector-borne diseases
• Zoonotic potential of animal vector-borne diseases
• One Health approach

With the changing climate and global landscape, research should focus on anticipating potential disease shifts, assessing the impact of environmental changes, and identifying novel hosts, vectors, and pathogens.

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Vesna Milicevic

Institute of Veterinary Medicine of Serbia, University of Belgrade

Francesco Mira

Istituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale della Sicilia "A. Mirri"

Mihaela Kavran

Faculty of Agriculture, University of Novi Sad

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Veterinary Infectious Diseases, Veterinary Epidemiology and Economics

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