Title: Bacterial zoonoses of fishes: A review and appraisal of evidence for linkages between fish and human infections (original) (raw)

Bacterial zoonoses associated with fish have garnered increasing scrutiny due to advances in detection methods and the recognition of new pathogens. This review delineates the concept of zoonosis as defined by the World Health Organization, contrasting it with infections-in-common. Through an evaluation of various bacteria, such as Staphylococcus spp. and Streptococcus spp., links to human infections are explored, revealing ambiguous evidence of zoonotic potential. Notably, documented zoonoses like those from Streptococcus iniae highlight significant public health concerns, particularly related to human interactions with aquatic animals.