Infectious Diseases in Primates

Infectious diseases in primates are illnesses caused by various pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites that can infect primates, including humans' closest relatives like chimpanzees and gorillas. These diseases can spread through contact, contaminated food or water, or vectors like insects. Some infections are species-specific, while others can transfer between primates and humans, posing conservation and health risks. Monitoring and managing these diseases are essential in wildlife conservation and preventing potential outbreaks that could affect primate populations and human communities.