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سواليف
Experts: War Disrupts Roaming of Rodents
Under the title "Sawalif," veterinarian and public health and environmental consultant Saud Al-Shawa warned that the phenomenon of rodent outbreaks in areas surrounding the Gaza Strip is not merely a "rat invasion," but rather the result of profound environmental changes caused by war and destruction. These disruptions have led to habitat disturbance, waste accumulation, damage to water and sewage networks, population displacement, and a decline in environmental health services. He explained that these factors lead to abnormal movement and reproduction of rodents, including field species such as Jirds, and that their rising numbers pose agricultural, economic, and health threats—especially with increasing risks of infection and contamination. He also emphasized that this phenomenon requires field-based study and is not just a simple explanation. He underscored the importance of an integrated rodent management approach, including improved waste and sewage management, effective monitoring methods, and the development of a national environmental surveillance program, all within the framework of "One Health"—connecting human, animal, and environmental health."
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