Bat-borne zoonoses: transmission, impact, prevention, and management.

Bat-borne zoonoses such as Ebola, Nipah, and histoplasmosis are linked to high mortality and long-term health effects, with transmission involving exposure to infected body fluids or excreta.

• Why it matters: Understanding transmission mechanisms and effective prevention strategies is crucial as climate change and biodiversity loss increase the risk of emerging infectious diseases from bats.
• What they did: The review synthesizes evidence on transmission pathways, disease impact, and prevention and management strategies for bat-borne pathogens, including vaccination and ecological stewardship.
• The result: Implementing targeted prevention measures and developing more effective strategies are vital to reduce zoonotic spillover and manage these diseases amid ongoing environmental crises.