Akinsulie, O.C.; Adesola, R.O.; Aliyu, V.A.; Oladapo, I.P.; Hamzat, A. Epidemiology and Transmission Dynamics of Viral Encephalitides in West Africa. Infect. Dis. Rep.2023, 15, 504-517.
Akinsulie, O.C.; Adesola, R.O.; Aliyu, V.A.; Oladapo, I.P.; Hamzat, A. Epidemiology and Transmission Dynamics of Viral Encephalitides in West Africa. Infect. Dis. Rep. 2023, 15, 504-517.
Akinsulie, O.C.; Adesola, R.O.; Aliyu, V.A.; Oladapo, I.P.; Hamzat, A. Epidemiology and Transmission Dynamics of Viral Encephalitides in West Africa. Infect. Dis. Rep.2023, 15, 504-517.
Akinsulie, O.C.; Adesola, R.O.; Aliyu, V.A.; Oladapo, I.P.; Hamzat, A. Epidemiology and Transmission Dynamics of Viral Encephalitides in West Africa. Infect. Dis. Rep. 2023, 15, 504-517.
Abstract
Viral Encephalitis is a significant public health concern globally, especially west Africa. There are more than 500 known arboviruses with over 100 of them identified to cause encephalitic diseases in humans and animals, giving rise to a tremendous burden of the diseases, and socioeconomic strains in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide. Despite their importance, few effective preventive and control measures in form of vaccines and therapeutics are available and where they are, usage is limited. These limitations are largely hinged on the paucity of information about the molecular epidemiology and transmission patterns of VE in west Africa. Here, we reviewed the transmission dynamics, ecological drivers, and molecular epidemiology of VE in the region. Collectively, timely and accurate interventions are essential for encephalitic viral disease control. Moreover, the integrated health system approach, combining surveillance, vaccination, vector control, and community engagement could be effective in preventing viral encephalitis globally.
Keywords
Viral Encephalitis; Transmission Dynamics; Epidemiology; One Health
Subject
Public Health and Healthcare, Public Health and Health Services
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