Hedgehog Parasitology—A Nocturnal Risk to Human Health?

Key Points

• The aim is to explore the connection between hedgehogs and zoonotic diseases affecting humans.
• Adopted a One Health approach to examine hedgehog-related pathogens.
• Conducted ecological and health assessments.
• Identified multiple zoonotic pathogens present in hedgehogs.
• Highlighted potential risks of pathogen transmission to humans.