Disease transmission
A new research study has shed light on the crucial role of superspreading in the evolution of pathogen virulence, particularly in the context of emerging infectious diseases. Superspreading occurs when a small proportion of the population causes a high proportion of infection transmission, and researchers have long recognized its significance
Disease transmission
As the monsoon season draws to a close in Rajasthan, the number of mosquito-borne diseases has surged in most parts of the state. In the past 17 days, the state has reported a significant increase in dengue, malaria, and chikungunya cases. The health department has sounded an alarm, with officials
Common cold
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is urging the public to take precautions against the spread of winter illnesses, citing a rise in cases of flu, Covid, the common cold, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). These viruses often present with similar symptoms, making it challenging to diagnose and treat them
Cholera
The Democratic Republic of Congo is facing its worst cholera outbreak in over 20 years, with over 58,700 infections and 1,756 deaths recorded so far this year. The epidemic has been exacerbated by ongoing fighting, making it difficult for health workers to reach affected areas. The crisis has
Disease transmission
Rift Valley fever is a viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes that primarily affects livestock but can also infect humans, causing significant economic and health losses. As a mosquito-borne virus, it is essential to understand the causes, symptoms, and prevention strategies to control its spread. The disease has been reported in
Disease transmission
A study published in the journal Global Change Biology has shed light on the pressing issue of mosquito range shifts in the face of rising global temperatures. Researchers from Stanford University conducted a scoping review of 178 studies on six continents, documenting expansions or contractions in medically important mosquito species.
Cholera
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is facing one of the worst cholera epidemics in a decade, with more than 58,000 suspected cases recorded in the past nine months and over 1,700 deaths, according to data from the Ministry of Health. Médecins Sans Frontieres/Doctors Without Borders (MSF)
Cholera
The Democratic Republic of Congo is facing an intensifying cholera epidemic, with over 58,000 suspected cases recorded in the past nine months. The epidemic is among the worst seen in the last ten years, resulting in over 1,700 deaths and a fatality rate exceeding three percent. The situation
Tuberculosis
According to a new report published in the journal PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases, researchers have identified key barriers to effective rabies control in rural Uganda. The study found that only an estimated 10% of dogs in Uganda are vaccinated against rabies, resulting in about 59,000 human deaths annually. The
Epidemiology
Research published by Hong Kong Polytechnic University has unveiled new insights into the transmission dynamics of mosquito-borne diseases. By developing a partially degenerate nonlocal dispersal Ross-Macdonald model, investigators investigate the impact of spatial heterogeneity and host dispersal on disease transmission. This study, supported by the Hong Kong Research Grants Council,
Disease transmission
According to a recent study published in the Peer Community Journal, researchers at the National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS) have made a groundbreaking discovery that could revolutionize the fight against malaria. The investigators found that insecticide-treated nets (ITNs) that actively attract malaria vectors may be more effective in reducing
Disease transmission
Scientists have investigated the effects of climate change on malaria transmission dynamics in India, predicting a decrease in Entomological Inoculation Rate (EIR) values by up to 30% in most regions by the end of the century due to rising temperatures and rainfall. This study used the VECTRI model, a vector-borne
