https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/ Published infectious-disease literature filtered to Germany. en Wed, 09 Sep 2026 07:02:01 GMT https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1007-s15010-026-02917-5-60e9f363/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1007-s15010-026-02917-5-60e9f363/ Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The authors propose that community-based screening can help identify asymptomatic viral reservoirs and underreported viral circulation, such as adenovirus, linking viral detection to clinical and economic impact. SARS COVID-19 Influenza Surveillance Vaccination Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-026-13803-8-cf9a44fe/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-026-13803-8-cf9a44fe/ Sat, 13 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings address vaccine-preventable PCC burden in a high-risk age group during the first post-pandemic season and are positioned as input for vaccination policy, communication, and clinical decision-making. COVID-19 SARS Vaccination Vaccine effectiveness Health policy Cohort study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2025-128038-08023539/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2025-128038-08023539/ Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT The authors present the findings as showing that influenza vaccination coverage remains below target in the groups examined. The study suggests that routine review of vaccination status during outpatient encounters may be an important opportunity for improving uptake in adults with chronic conditions and older adults. Influenza Vaccination Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pone-0334438-1e257657/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pone-0334438-1e257657/ Mon, 13 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT The authors note that diagnostic evaluation might be warranted for individuals experiencing delayed neurological decline, though the low prevalence limits broad applicability. Tick-borne encephalitis Japanese Encephalitis Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-s1473-3099-25-00018-0-0c50fdeb/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-s1473-3099-25-00018-0-0c50fdeb/ Tue, 01 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT The article provides Germany-specific observational evidence on MVA-BN safety and estimated effectiveness in the population studied during the 2022-2023 mpox period. Its findings may inform editorial context about vaccination evidence, including the reported difference in estimated effectiveness by HIV status, but they do not establish causality or confirm a current surveillance pattern. Smallpox Monkeypox Vaccination Vaccine effectiveness Outbreak investigation Transmission dynamics Cohort study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-2471-blt-24-291550-07993e23/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-2471-blt-24-291550-07993e23/ Tue, 01 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT The guideline addressed a critical gap in reliable, globally applicable recommendations for safe and continuous school operations during the COVID-19 pandemic. The WHO-INTEGRATE framework supported transparent, structured decision-making with a whole-of-society perspective on measures to reduce SARS-CoV-2 transmission in schools. COVID-19 SARS Health policy Outbreak investigation Transmission dynamics Guideline https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1080-22221751-2023-2239938-c9291120/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1080-22221751-2023-2239938-c9291120/ Wed, 02 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMT The findings highlight the ongoing zoonotic potential of swine influenza A viruses, as demonstrated by the 2009 human pandemic, and emphasize the importance of pathogen monitoring in pig populations. The emergence of PRV1 and SOV as potential contributors to porcine respiratory disease syndrome may complicate disease control efforts. Influenza Gastroenteritis Surveillance Diagnostics One Health Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2022-05-022-97a8b288/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2022-05-022-97a8b288/ Fri, 01 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT The registry addresses a recognized barrier in pandemic response by providing a centralized infrastructure to accelerate clinical trial recruitment across European countries, potentially shortening the timeline for vaccine and treatment development during infectious disease outbreaks. COVID-19 SARS Treatment Vaccination Travel medicine Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1038-s41467-022-30664-2-dd9d5bba/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1038-s41467-022-30664-2-dd9d5bba/ Sat, 25 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT The method addresses practical barriers to pediatric SARS-CoV-2 surveillance by combining non-invasive sample collection with high-throughput capacity. The approach demonstrated feasibility for large-scale infection control in educational settings. SARS COVID-19 Diagnostics Outbreak investigation Surveillance Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1017-s0950268822000449-3baf8d0e/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1017-s0950268822000449-3baf8d0e/ Thu, 03 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT The findings suggest that mass gathering events can be conducted with limited COVID-19 transmission when health measures for attendees and restrictions on large public viewing are in place. The results underscore the importance of surveillance and public health regulations during mass gatherings. COVID-19 Travel medicine Surveillance Climate and environment Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1038-s41586-021-04099-6-423ff1a2/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1038-s41586-021-04099-6-423ff1a2/ Wed, 17 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT The study demonstrates that helpline data can provide real-time monitoring of mental health concerns during public health crises, complementing established surveillance approaches. The findings suggest that financial relief measures may mitigate psychological distress associated with lockdown policies. COVID-19 SARS Health policy Treatment Outbreak investigation Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1038-s41586-020-2814-7-75716238/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1038-s41586-020-2814-7-75716238/ Wed, 30 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT Early immunogenicity metrics indicate that the formulation triggers complementary defense pathways, positioning it as a candidate tool for future pandemic mitigation strategies pending larger efficacy evaluations. COVID-19 SARS Treatment Vaccination Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2019-07-079-5acc579b/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2019-07-079-5acc579b/ Tue, 01 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT Health worker vaccination addresses dual risks of occupational infection and transmission to vulnerable patients, while also supporting pandemic preparedness. The guidance aims to help countries without policies establish them and to improve low coverage where policies exist. Influenza Gastroenteritis Vaccination Health policy Climate and environment Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2018-07-053-3cb3ac60/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2018-07-053-3cb3ac60/ Sat, 01 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT Norovirus causes approximately one-fifth of acute gastroenteritis cases globally each year. With vaccines in clinical trials, model-based predictions can inform immunisation policy design and help optimize allocation across age groups depending on whether infection prevention or severe outcome prevention is prioritized. Gastroenteritis Vaccination Transmission dynamics Vaccine effectiveness Mathematical modelling https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-2807-1560-7917-es-2017-22-26-30562-23bed950/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-2807-1560-7917-es-2017-22-26-30562-23bed950/ Thu, 29 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT Dot map cartograms may support outbreak detection and visualization by public health professionals, facilitating informed decisions for investigation and control activities. Pertussis Q fever COVID-19 Surveillance One Health Outbreak investigation Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-2807-1560-7917-es-2015-20-42-30046-aa85d151/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-2807-1560-7917-es-2015-20-42-30046-aa85d151/ Thu, 22 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT The report highlights the need for clinicians caring for refugees traversing north Africa to recognise louse-borne relapsing fever, in order to provide timely treatment and apply preventive measures. Relapsing fever Treatment Travel medicine Climate and environment Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-2807-ese-16-09-19805-en-18529895/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-2807-ese-16-09-19805-en-18529895/ Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT The report documents the first apparent autochthonous dengue transmission in Croatia, demonstrating the value of cross-border case notification and the role of heightened clinical awareness combined with vector control in detecting and containing local arboviral transmission. Dengue Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-1471-2334-10-30-d48764a2/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-1471-2334-10-30-d48764a2/ Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT The investigation demonstrated food-borne norovirus transmission through contaminated salad at a communal dining facility. Control measures included cohort isolation, exclusion of norovirus-positive food handlers, and kitchen disinfection, emphasizing the importance of strict hygiene and proper environmental disinfection. Gastroenteritis Outbreak investigation Climate and environment Transmission dynamics Cohort study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-2471-blt-07-050187-7ce8d4db/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-2471-blt-07-050187-7ce8d4db/ Sun, 01 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT The findings demonstrate ongoing challenges to measles elimination in Germany, highlighting significant immunity gaps in older pediatric age groups that may undermine control strategies. Measles Vaccination Outbreak investigation Climate and environment Outbreak investigation https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1086-519266-4d93f48c/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1086-519266-4d93f48c/ Wed, 01 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT The findings suggest IGRAs can reduce overdiagnosis and unnecessary treatment of tuberculosis in children by improving specificity, particularly in settings with nontuberculous mycobacterial disease and bacille Calmette-Guerin vaccination. Tuberculosis Diagnostics Vaccination Treatment Journal article