Human and livestock exposure to Rift Valley fever virus and Coxiella burnetii in Eastern Ethiopia: a One Health cross-sectional study

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• Exposure to rift valley fever virus and coxiella burnetii poses significant health risks to both humans and livestock.
• The study reveals a concerning prevalence of these zoonotic pathogens in Eastern Ethiopia, with findings indicating potential disease transmission.
• Conducted as a one health cross-sectional study, the research combines human and animal health assessments for a comprehensive view of disease risks.
• Understanding these exposures may enable better health interventions and control strategies for zoonotic diseases affecting communities.