Brucellosis, ringworm, and Q-fever can be contracted from what source?

Brucellosis, ringworm, and Q-fever are zoonotic diseases, meaning they can be transmitted from animals to humans. Brucellosis is primarily contracted through direct contact with infected animals or their products, such as milk. Ringworm, although a fungal infection, can also be passed from infected animals to humans, particularly through direct skin contact. Q-fever, caused by the bacterium Coxiella burnetii, is often associated with exposure to infected animals, especially livestock, and their contaminated environments.

The link between these diseases and exposure to infected animals underscores the importance of animal health management and proper safety procedures in agricultural and veterinary settings. While contaminated water supplies, inhalation of contaminated air, and consumption of improperly cooked food can lead to other health issues and infections, they are not the primary routes of transmission for brucellosis, ringworm, and Q-fever. Thus, exposure to infected animals is the most accurate source for contracting these specific diseases.