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Brucella is bacteria that causes Brucellosis, one of the most common zoonotic diseases in the world. The disease affects mainly animals but, in some cases, humans who are considered incidental hosts. Brucellosis is transmitted to humans through inhalation of aerosols or contact with skin sores,...

Enterococci are commensal Gram-positive bacteria found in the intestines of humans and animals, but can also cause infections. Enterococcus faecalis and Enterococcus faecium are a common cause of urinary tract infections, wound infections, bacteremia, infective endocarditis in humans and bovine...

Maize and its products, such as maize meal, are susceptible to aflatoxin contamination. Maize is the staple crop of Zambia and is widely consumed as thick porridge, commonly called nshima. Previous studies have reported high levels of AFs in maize produced in Zambia. However, no study has...