Echinococcosis – Zoonosis Fact Sheet

Echinococcosis or hydatid disease is a disease caused by a parasitic tapeworm known as Echinococcus granulosus. People usually get sick by accidentally swallowing dog poo that contains eggs from the tapeworm.  Echinococcus is a zoonotic disease, which means that it...

Dermatophytosis – Zoonosis Fact Sheet

Dermatophytosis or ringworm is a common infection caused by a fungus. The disease is called “ringworm” because it can cause circular rashes that are shaped like a ring. People usually get sick by coming into contact with other people or animals that have the infection...