Biosecurity
Biosecurity
Biosecurity (/baɪoʊsɪˈkjʊrɪti/) is a set of preventive measures designed to reduce the risk of transmission of infectious diseases, quarantined pests, invasive alien species, and living modified organisms.
Etymology
The term "biosecurity" is derived from the Greek words "bios" meaning life and "securitas" which refers to safety or security. It was first used in the context of preventing the spread of diseases and pests in the late 20th century.
Definition
Biosecurity encompasses procedures or measures designed to protect the population against harmful biological or biochemical substances. It includes measures to prevent the spread of diseases, pests, and genetically modified organisms. It is often used in relation to agriculture and food production, but can also refer to measures to prevent bioterrorism.
Related Terms
- Infectious Diseases: Diseases caused by organisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasites. Biosecurity measures are often designed to prevent the spread of these diseases.
- Quarantine: A state, period, or place of isolation in which people or animals that have arrived from elsewhere or been exposed to infectious or contagious disease are placed.
- Invasive Species: Non-native species that can cause harm to the environment, the economy, or to human health. Biosecurity measures can help prevent the introduction and spread of invasive species.
- Genetically Modified Organisms: Organisms whose genetic material has been altered using genetic engineering techniques. Biosecurity measures can help prevent the unintentional release of these organisms.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Biosecurity
- Wikipedia's article - Biosecurity
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