Seroprevalence of Coxiella burnetii infection (Q fever) in sheep farms located in Sicily (Southern Italy) and related risk factors

These findings represent a first piece of information on Coxiella burnetii circulation in the examined areas. There is actually no specific vaccination plan to reduce the infection prevalence in animals; therefore, a better knowledge on the pathogen spreading could be helpful to take adequate preventive measures, especially considering the potential consequences and risks for human public health too.