INCIDENCE OF STAPHYLOCOCCUS AUREUS AND COAGULASE POSITIVE STAPH. AUREUS IN RAW MILK IN KOSOVO

The presence study was conducted to determine the presence of Staphylococcus aureus and coagulase positive S. aureus in raw milk collected from different localities in Kosovo. We have examined 55 samples of raw milk cow taken from cattle farms. The Staphylococcus aureus was isolated in Baird Parker agar where typical and atypical colonies were selected and submitted to coagulase and complementary tests. Out of 55 samples of raw milk studied, 17 showed contamination by Staphylococcus aureus corresponding to 31% of the samples being contaminated. Out of 17 samples showed contamination by S. aureus, 5 of them were coagulase positive S. aureus or 29 % (or 9 % of total samples analyzed). Results clearly suggested a possibility of potential public health threat of Staphylococcus aureus resulting from contamination of milk with pathogenic bacteria is mainly due to unhygienic processing, handling and unhygienic environment

Poultry red mite (Dermanyssus gallinae) infestation:A broad impact parasitological disease that still remains a significant challenge for the egg-laying industry in Europe

Abstract The poultry red mite, Dermanyssus gallinae, has been described for decades as a threat to the egg production industry, posing serious animal health and welfare concerns, adversely affecting productivity, and impacting public health. Research activities dedicated to controlling this parasite have increased significantly. Their veterinary and human medical impact, more particularly their role as a disease vector, is better understood. Nevertheless, red mite infestation remains a serious concern, particularly in Europe, where the prevalence of red mites is expected to increase, as a result of recent hen husbandry legislation changes, increased acaricide resistance, climate warming, and the lack of a sustainable approach to control infestations. The main objective of the current work was to review the factors contributing to this growing threat and to discuss their recent development in Europe. We conclude that effective and sustainable treatment approach to control poultry red mite infestation is urgently required, included integrated pest management