Control of zoonoses in Cyprus.

The excellent results achieved in the control of animal diseases in Cyprus have allowed the Veterinary Services to take a leading role in the elimination, surveillance and investigation of important zoonoses. The programmes for the control of echinococcosis, brucellosis, bovine tuberculosis, anthrax and taeniasis, and the measures taken to prevent the importation of rabies are described. Public awareness of the risks posed by the presence of zoonoses and the efficient and effective intersectoral co-operation achieved between the veterinary, medical, public health and other Government services and non-governmental organisations are considered to be the key to the successful control of zoonoses in Cyprus.