Zoonoses in a Changing World (Live 2.19.25)

Includes a Live Web Event on 02/19/2025 at 12:00 PM (CST)

Summary: For centuries, zoonotic diseases have impacted humans in many ways. This presentation will focus on vector-borne pathogens by discussing the vectors and trends with geographic distribution, temperature effects, and habitat management since the late 1890’s through today and potential future impacts. We are seeing in real time, the expansion of geographic range of certain tick and mosquito species. Between climate changes and globalized travel, the etiology of spread is sometimes clear but can also be difficult to diagnose. As the world has changed and continues to change, zoonotic diseases remain impactful.

Objectives: At the end of the webinar, participants will be able to...

Identify historical trends and issues with vector-borne and other zoonotic diseases.
Summarize One Health concepts and applications to zoonotic pathogens.
Identify issues and solutions for vector-borne disease prevention in underserved populations.

Intended audience: Physicians, veterinarians, nurses, public health, epidemiologists, general public

Brent Moore, DVM, MS, MPH, DACVPM

Regional Zoonosis Control Veterinarian

Texas Department of State Health Services, Public Health Region 4/5 North

Dr. Brent Moore completed his undergraduate studies at Northwestern Oklahoma State University, his MS and DVM at Oklahoma State University, and his MPH from the University of Florida. He earned board certification by the American College of Veterinary Preventative Medicine in 2016. After graduating veterinary school in 2006, he worked in small animal veterinary practice in Florida for 14 years prior to joining the DSHS Region 4/5N as a regional Zoonosis Control Veterinarian in February 2020. While in practice, he also volunteered time to the Hernando County Animal Services in Florida, managing disease outbreaks and implementing infection control practices. He was an adjunct professor in Microbiology for the last 3 years prior to moving to Texas. Since 2024, he has lectured zoonotic infectious diseases with the University of Texas at Tyler College of Medicine. Since 2021, he has lectured for the DSHS Preventative Medicine residency program, since 2022, the UT-Tyler Occupational Health residency program, and 2024, the UT-Tyler Preventative Medicine residency program. During his 6 years as an MS and DVM student, he worked in at the Oklahoma Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory as a research assistant and laboratory technologist in Serology, Virology, Bacteriology, and Mycology, which expanded his interests in public health and infectious diseases. Dr. Moore’s professional interests include surveillance of vector-borne diseases, tracking risks and trends of Brucella suis, and education.

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the Minnesota Medical Association and AgriSafe Network. The Minnesota Medical Association (MMA) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Minnesota Medical Association designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

University of Cincinnati Education and Research Center

The University of Cincinnati, Department of Environmental and Public Health Sciences, Education and Research Center offers contact hours for this activity. Upon completing the evaluation, learners will receive a certificate of completion. This course can meet continuing education requirements for a variety of professionals including: