Epidemiological characteristics of Plasmodium malariae malaria in China: a malaria that should not be neglected post elimination
ConclusionsEven though malaria cases infected withP. malariae didn ’t account for a high proportion of reported malaria cases nationwide, the threat posed by widely distributed imported cases, a small number of indigenous cases, recurrent cases and induced case cannot be ignored in China. Therefore, it is necessary to raise awareness and improve the surveillance and response to the non-falciparum species such asP. malariae, and prevent the reestablishment of malaria transmission after elimination.Graphical Abstract (Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty)
Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty - November 20, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research
Neurocognitive and mental health outcomes in children with tungiasis: a cross-sectional study in rural Kenya and Uganda
ConclusionsThis study provides first evidence that tungiasis is associated with poor neurocognitive functioning in children. Since tungiasis is a chronic disease with frequent reinfections, such negative effects may potentially impair their development and life achievements.Graphical abstract (Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty)
Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty - November 14, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research
Epidemiological characteristics of seven notifiable respiratory infectious diseases in the mainland of China: an analysis of national surveillance data from 2017 to 2021
ConclusionsThe incidence of PTB and measles demonstrated a decrease in the mainland of China between 2017 and 2021, while the remaining five RIDs reached a peak in 2019. Overall, RIDs continue to pose a significant public health challenge. Urgent action is required to bolster capacity-building efforts and enhance control and prevention strategies for RIDs, taking into account regional disparities and epidemiological nuances. With the rapid advancement of high-tech solutions, the development and effective implementation of a digital/intelligent RIDs control and prevention system are imperative to facilitate precise surveill...
Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty - November 13, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research
Implementing the free HPV vaccination for adolescent girls aged below 14 in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province of China: experience, challenges, and lessons
AbstractCervical cancer is a major public health concern in China, accounting for almost one-fifth of the global incidence and mortality. The recently prequalified domestic bivalent human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine offers a practical and feasible preventive measure. In response to the global call for action, the National Health Commission issued anAction Plan to eliminate cervical cancer by 2030, with promotion of the HPV vaccination for school-aged girls as a critical step. Despite this, implementation of the vaccination has been patchy, with very low coverage among eligible girls. To address this, from December 2021 to...
Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty - October 30, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research
Spatio-temporal disparities of Clonorchis sinensis infection in animal hosts in China: a systematic review and meta-analysis
ConclusionsThere are spatio-temporal disparities in the animal infections ofC.sinensis in different areas of China. Animal infections are primarily concentrated in regions with low altitude and high precipitation. The results suggest that implementing One Health-based comprehensive measures targeting both humans and animals, especially in high epidemic areas, is essential for successful eradication ofC.sinensis in China. (Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty)
Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty - October 17, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research
Molecular diagnosis of Chagas disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Conclusions and relevanceThe results described in this meta-analysis (qualitative and quantitative analyses) do not allow the selection of the optimal protocol of molecular method for the study ofTrypanosoma cruzi infection in any of its phases, among other reasons due to the complexity of this infection. Continuous analysis and optimization of the different molecular techniques is crucial to implement this efficient diagnosis in endemic areas. (Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty)
Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty - October 16, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research
Human rabies encephalomyelitis in the background of rabies outbreak in animals in Gelephu, Bhutan, 2023: a case report
ConclusionsThis case called for a serious evaluation of the country ’s efforts in achieving zero rabies deaths by 2030. The management of this case identified several critical areas of context-specific interventions in Bhutan. There is also an urgent need to improve diagnostic capabilities at the national reference laboratory and enhance the technical competencies of healthcare workers in the management of dog bite cases.Graphical Abstract (Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty)
Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty - October 16, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research
Accelerating into Immunization Agenda 2030 with momentum from China ’s successful COVID-19 vaccination campaign during dynamic COVID Zero
AbstractChina's immunization programs conducted a unified, tightly coordinated COVID-19 vaccination campaign during the dynamic COVID Zero period that reached well over 90% of the population with vaccines having > 90% effectiveness against serious-to-fatal COVID-19. The campaign was eight times the size of the annual routine national immunization program, administering 3.4 billion doses of vaccines while monitoring vaccine coverage, acceptability, safety, and effectiveness. Every asset of the routine immun ization program had to be strengthened and expanded to attain high coverage and reach hundreds of millions of...
Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty - October 16, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research
Immunization coverage, knowledge, satisfaction, and associated factors of non-National Immunization Program vaccines among migrant and left-behind families in China: evidence from Zhejiang and Henan provinces
ConclusionsThere were immunization disparities in non-NIP vaccines among migrant and left-behind families compared with their local counterparts. Non-NIP vaccination promotion strategies, including education on caregivers, and optimization of the immunization information system, should be delivered particularly among left-behind and migrant families.Graphical Abstract (Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty)
Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty - October 13, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research
Cost-effectiveness of seasonal influenza vaccination of children in China: a modeling analysis
ConclusionsIntroducing a government-funded influenza policy for children is cost-effective in China nationally and in many PLADs. PLADs with high symptomatic influenza rate and influenza-associated mortality would benefit the most from a government-funded influenza vaccination program. (Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty)
Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty - October 11, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research
Factors associated with recommendation behaviors of four non-National Immunization Program vaccines: a cross-sectional survey among public health workers in China
ConclusionsThe findings highlighted public health workers ’ recommendation behaviors of non-NIP vaccines in China and revealed strong association between vaccine recommendation and financial incentives. This highlights the importance of financial incentives in public health workers’ recommendation toward non-NIP vaccines in China. Proper incentives are recommended for public health workers to encourage effective health promotion in immunization practices.Graphical Abstract (Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty)
Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty - October 7, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research
Evaluation of remote radiologist-interpreted point-of-care ultrasound for suspected dengue patients in a primary health care facility in Colombia
ConclusionsUltrasound is useful to detect plasma leakage in primary care and, challenges remain to guarantee high-quality images and diagnostic accuracy, for which a standardized dengue POCUS protocol and training program is needed.Graphical Abstract (Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty)
Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty - September 28, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research
Female genital schistosomiasis, human papilloma virus infection, and cervical cancer in rural Madagascar: a cross sectional study
ConclusionsThe results of the study show that FGS and HPV are highly prevalent in rural Madagascar. The concurrent prevalence of these two conditions requires urgent adaptations of public health strategies to improve women ’s health, such as integrated services at primary level of care.Graphical Abstract (Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty)
Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty - September 25, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research
Assessing food security performance from the One Health concept: an evaluation tool based on the Global One Health Index
ConclusionsGOHI-FS is a potential assessment tool to understand the gaps in food security across countries/territories under the One Health concept. The pilot findings suggest notable gaps for sub-Saharan Africa in numerous aspects. Broad actions are needed globally to promote government support and response for food security. (Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty)
Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty - September 22, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research
Hepatitis B reactivation in cancer patients receiving immune checkpoint inhibitors: a systematic review and meta-analysis
ConclusionsOur meta-analysis demonstrated a low risk of HBVr in patients treated with ICIs for advanced cancer. ICI treatment may be safely used in patients with existing HBV infection or chronic hepatitis B, accompanied by regular monitoring and appropriate antiviral prophylaxis if necessary.Graphical Abstract (Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty)
Source: Infectious Diseases of Poverty - September 22, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research
