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Local fiscal policy and poverty reduction

This paper aimes to analyze the effect of fiscal policy on poverty in Morocco. We studied the influence of the local finance management mode (debt, cash, etc.), on the reduction of poverty between localities. Also, we are using data on expenditure and income shared between 2000 and 2007, we tested the convergence process and the type of fiscal policy can help to improve it. Our result has shown that the policy using debt to finance the expenditure could improve the convergence process and thus help to reduce inequalities of poverty

Human exposure to Anaplasma phagocytophilum in two cities of Northwestern Morocco

Anaplasma phagocytophilum is an emerging tick-borne zoonosis with extensive increased interest. Epidemiological data are available in several regions of the USA, Europe and Asia in contrast to other parts of the world such as North Africa. Blood samples of 261 healthy individuals divided in two groups i.e., dog handlers and blood donors were analysed. Indirect immunofluorescent assay using a commercial kit was performed to detect specific A. phagocytophilum IgG. Two dilutions were used to assess the prevalence of seroreactive samples. Demographic variables were assessed as potential risk factors using exact logistic regression. Seropositivity rates reached 37% and 27% in dog handlers and 36% and 22% in blood donors. No statistically significant differences were found in the prevalence rates between the two groups. Analysis of risk factors such as gender, age groups, outdoor activities, self-reported previous exposure to ticks, or contact with domestic animals (dogs, cats, ruminants and horses) did not shown any significant difference. A. phagocytophilum exposure was common in both high-risk population and blood donors in Morocco

Local fiscal policy and poverty reduction

This paper aimes to analyze the effect of fiscal policy on poverty in Morocco. We studied the influence of the local finance management mode (debt, cash, etc.), on the reduction of poverty between localities. Also, we are using data on expenditure and income shared between 2000 and 2007, we tested the convergence process and the type of fiscal policy can help to improve it. Our result has shown that the policy using debt to finance the expenditure could improve the convergence process and thus help to reduce inequalities of poverty

Spatial Inequality of Growth between Morocco Regions

Although significant progress had been made in Morocco, the inter-regional inequalities persist. The aim of this paper is to analyse this spatial inequality and convergence phenomenon in Morocco, using regional data between 2000 and 2007. Thus, relying on methods of spatial data analysis and taken from theoretical and empirical contributions, this paper analyses the role of the sectorial externalities and spatial spillovers in growth. Next, we tested the existence of a convergence process and the conditions for its improvement. The results showed the existence of a growth convergence process in value added and productivity but not in employment. On the other hand, the variables of human capital and infrastructure can significantly reduce regional inequality. Thus, we conclude that the conventional policies based solely on the infrastructure development or education are not sufficient. A more comprehensive approach that integrates these two axes and encourages business development and knowledge transfer is needed

Anaplasma phagocytophilum: Un pathogène émergent mais non reconnu transmis par les tiques

Several vector-borne pathogens are considered to be emerging or re-emerging. Among these agents, Anaplasma phagocytophilum is a tick-borne rickettsiale bacterium of worldwide distribution. This bacterium is increasingly detected in several parts of the world in both ticks and hosts, including animals and humans. A. phagocytophilum is the causal agent of a zoonotic disease called ‘granulocytic anaplasmosis’ and described in several domestic animals and humans. Currently, human granulocytic anaplasmosis is considered to be the third most important vector-borne disease in both the USA and Europe and is also increasingly diagnosed in some Asian countries. However, in many parts of the world, this disease is unknown and no data are available on its epidemiology. Key words: Anaplasma phagocytophilum, Granulocytic anaplasmosis, Epidemiology, Vector-borne disease, Zoonosis.De nombreux agents vectoriels sont actuellement considérés comme émergents ou ré-émergents. Parmi ces organismes, Anaplasma phagcytophilum est une bactérie transmise par les tiques de distribution mondiale. Cette bactérie est de plus en plus détectées dans différents pays aussi bien chez le vecteur, la tique, et les hôtes constitués par les animaux et l'homme. A. phagocytophilum est responsable d'une maladie zoonotique, décrite chez différents animaux domestiques et chez l'homme, appelée "anaplasmose granulocytaire". Actuellement, cette maladie est considérée comme la troisième plus importante maladie vectorielle en Europe et aux USA et est également de plus en plus rapportée en Asie. Toutefois, elle reste méconnue dans une large majorité de pays et aucune donnée épidémiologique n'y sont disponibles.  Key words: Anaplasma phagocytophilum, Anaplasmose granulocytaire,épidémiologie, Maladie vectorielle, Zoonose.   &nbsp

Canine cardiopulmonary nematodes in Morocco: Prevalence of Dirofilaria immitis and report of the first autochthonous infection with Angiostrongylus vasorum

Dirofilaria immitis and Angiostrongylus vasorum are two of the most important, life-threatening cardiopulmonary nematodes affecting dogs. This study aimed to determine the current prevalence of D. immitis and to investigate, for the first time in Morocco, the occurrence of A. vasorum in dogs. Two hundred and thirteen blood and 291 fecal samples were collected from Moroccan dogs. Blood samples were examined using both the modified Knott’s test and the in-clinic enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay, whereas fecal samples were examined using the Baermann technique. Fecal analysis revealed the presence of A. vasorum larva in one sample. This was the first reported case in a dog from Morocco. We believe that these preliminary results are of great interest to veterinary practitioners in Morocco, suggesting that veterinarians should consider D. immitis, but also A. vasorum in their differential diagnosis, and should perform regular screenings for these parasites. Keywords: Cardiopulmonary nematodes, Dirofilaria immitis, Angiostrongylus vasorum, Dogs, Morocc

Clinical and seroepidemiological study of Leishmaniasis in Northern Morocco

Une étude clinique, parasitologique et sérologique entreprise de 1993 à 1996 dans trois régions (17 localités) du nord du Maroc a révélé une fréquence élevée de la leishmaniose canine. 1362 chiens ont été examinés. Les sérums ont été collectés et testés selon la technique ELISA utilisant la souche locale Leishmania infantum comme antigène. Les résultats obtenus ont révélé une séroprévalence (quand elle n’est pas nulle) allant de 3,77% à 35,7%. Six isolats ont été caractérisés : 5L eishmania infantum ont été identifiés dans les provinces de Khémisset et Taza et une souche Leishmania tropica isolé d’un cas leishmanien dans la province de Taounate. La majorité des chiens cliniquement suspects ont montré des lésions ulcératives de la peau, amaigrissement, onychogriffose et lymphadenopathie. L’alopécie, la cécité et la diarrhée ont été observés uniquement dans la province de Khémisset