A distinctive feature of the hepatitis E virus (HEV) is that it can infect both humans and animals. New findings, such as the close genetic similarity between strains found in humans and animals, as well as confirmed cases of infection following the consumption of contaminated food, indicate that there is indeed a risk of zoonotic transmission. Such transmission can occur through the ingestion of infected meat or through contact with the animal reservoir. The presence of HEV has been demonstrated in pork products, such as liver. Similarly, wildlife, such as wild boars and deer, represents a significant reservoir of HEV. Given the high prevalence of HEV in pig farms and in wildlife, surveillance of these reservoirs, as well as the development of new techniques in food processing, must be considered. (R.A.)