@article{ref1,
title="Companion animal issues and the physician",
journal="Southern medical journal",
year="1999",
author="Hoff, G. L. and Brawley, J. and Johnson, K.",
volume="92",
number="7",
pages="651-659",
abstract="BACKGROUND: The companion animal population in the United States is both large in numbers and diverse in composition. Nearly 60% of households have one or more animals. Associated with this large and diverse group of animals are considerable risks for injuries and transmission of infections to humans. METHODS: Through a review of the relevant literature and our collective professional experience in public health and veterinary medicine, we framed issues regarding companion animals and human health and safety. RESULTS: We placed the identified issues in general contexts that could be applied to varying circumstances. CONCLUSIONS: Physicians, veterinarians, public health officials, and others need to work together to ensure that animal ownership is as risk free for people as possible.<p /><p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="0038-4348",
doi="",
url="http://dx.doi.org/"
}