Seasonal microbiological quality of air in veterinary practices in Poland.
Abstract: Numerous studies focused on the bioaerosols in the areas of industry, agriculture and animal husbandry, concerning both residential and public buildings, have been conducted continuously for many years. The aim of the present work was to determine the concentration and composition of mesophilic bacterial flora in the air of selected medical and veterinary clinics located in the cities and in the countryside. Air sampling was carried out in 2011-2013 in 44 veterinary practices in autumn-winter and spring-summer seasons. The concentration of bacteria ranged from 39 - 5,034 cfu/m(3) , with higher values recorded in offices operating in the cities. In the examined medical and veterinary offices, Gram-positive bacteria comprised the largest group of microorganisms, among which Gram-positive cocci of the genus Staphylococcus prevailed, with the highest average of 1,074.40 cfu/m(3) in urban offices during the autumn season. The smallest group was represented by Gram-negative bacteria, with a concentration of 0.0 - 215 cfu/m(3). In total, 93 kinds/species of bacteria were identified. A 12-month series of studies showed the highest mean concentrations of microorganisms in autumn for offices located in the city, while the lowest in winter for rural centres. The environment of veterinary offices is a habitat of pathogenic and potentially pathogenic bacteria, which may pose health problems not only for residents, but also for the animals.
Publication Date: 2015-12-29 PubMed ID: 26706965DOI: 10.5604/12321966.1185763Google Scholar: Lookup
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The research article focuses on the concentration and composition of airborne bacteria in different seasons within veterinary practices in Poland. A higher concentration of bacteria was found in urban areas with Staphylococcus being the significantly dominant bacteria.
Research Methodology
- The research took place from 2011 to 2013, across 44 different veterinary practices in both urban and rural locations in Poland.
- Air sampling was conducted in two key seasons: autumn-winter and spring-summer.
- The team identified and categorized the different types of bacteria present, including their concentration, to understand the potential health implications for humans and animals.”
Findings
- The concentration of bacteria in the air ranged from 39 – 5,034 colony-forming units per cubic meter (cfu/m(3)), with noticeably higher values in urban veterinary practices.
- The dominant group of microorganisms in these environments were Gram-positive bacteria, especially Staphylococcus, reaching an average concentration of 1,074.40 cfu/m(3) in urban practices during the autumn season.
- Gram-negative bacteria were found to be the smallest group, with a concentration ranging from 0.0 – 215 cfu/m(3).
- A total of 93 types or species of bacteria were identified throughout the research.
Implications
- The study demonstrated a seasonal variation in the concentration of bacteria in the air within veterinary practices. The highest average concentrations of microorganisms were found in the autumn for offices located in the city, while winter registered the lowest concentrations in rural centers.
- The study also highlighted that veterinary offices are environments nurturing both pathogenic (disease-causing) and potentially pathogenic bacteria, indicating potential health risks for occupants and animals alike. Precautionary measures are needed to maintain a safe and healthy environment.
Conclusion
- The study offers valuable insights regarding the microbiological quality of air in veterinary practices, particularly concerning the prevalence and diversity of bacteria. These findings highlight the importance of maintaining cleanliness and implementing effective microbial control measures in veterinary practices to ensure the health and safety of both humans and animals therein.
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APA
Sitkowska J, Sitkowski W, Sitkowski Ł, Lutnicki K, Adamek Ł, Wilkołek P.
(2015).
Seasonal microbiological quality of air in veterinary practices in Poland.
Ann Agric Environ Med, 22(4), 614-624.
https://doi.org/10.5604/12321966.1185763 Publication
Researcher Affiliations
- Institute of Rural Health, Lublin, Poland.
- Sub-department of Clinical Diagnostics and Veterinary Dermatology, University of Life Sciences, Lublin, Poland.
- Department of English, Maria Curie-Skłodowska University, Lublin, Poland.
- Sub-department of Internal Diseases of Farm Animals and Horses, University of Life Sciences, Lublin, Poland.
- Sub-department of Clinical Diagnostics and Veterinary Dermatology, University of Life Sciences, Lublin, Poland.
- Sub-department of Clinical Diagnostics and Veterinary Dermatology, University of Life Sciences, Lublin, Poland.
MeSH Terms
- Air Microbiology
- Air Pollutants, Occupational / analysis
- Air Pollution, Indoor / analysis
- Bacteria / isolation & purification
- Occupational Exposure
- Poland
- Seasons
- Veterinary Medicine
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