Editorial: La Vanguardia

• The proliferation of pathogenic viruses among the animal population is increasing and alarming researchers.
• This spread could be facilitated by the increase in human and animal mobility, climate change, destruction of the natural environment, and the increase in intensive farm production.
• The spread of these viruses not only affects animals, it also poses a risk to humans.
• Pathogens can pass to humans through agricultural activities, animal trade, deforestation and contact with wildlife.
• The origin of the SARS-CoV-2 virus possibly had a zoonotic origin, which exemplifies the risk of propagation between animals and humans.
• The tools to detect, control and combat these diseases are improving.
• Global scientific cooperation is working effectively, sharing and analyzing data at high speed.

Conclusion: Maintaining vigilance in health to prevent the spread of pathogens and be prepared to combat them is crucial.

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