Epidemiological investigation of Coxiella burnetii in farms after an outbreak of Q fever in slaughterhouse workers

Key Points

• Detecting coxiella burnetii in 25% of sampled farms highlights a significant zoonotic disease risk.
• A total of 80 farms were surveyed following a Q fever outbreak linked to slaughterhouse workers.
• Observational analysis reveals potential coxiella burnetii reservoirs associated with livestock exposure.
• Findings emphasize that livestock farms may contribute to Q fever transmission, warranting further monitoring.