https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/ Published infectious-disease literature filtered to Ghana. en Wed, 09 Sep 2026 07:02:01 GMT https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fcimb-2026-1927565-f4aec762/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fcimb-2026-1927565-f4aec762/ Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The paper presents integrated surveillance as relevant to preparedness and to earlier detection and response for human or animal health threats in West Africa. This relevance is framed as an operational and preparedness priority in the abstract. Influenza One Health Surveillance Climate and environment Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fmala-2026-1875477-ea879f32/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fmala-2026-1875477-ea879f32/ Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Routine hematology analyzers may provide a swift, objective mechanism to prioritize suspected cases and streamline patient flow in settings where conventional parasitological testing encounters operational barriers. Plasmodium falciparum malaria Malaria Transmission dynamics Diagnostics Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-7554-elife-108745-4-d5839f7f/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-7554-elife-108745-4-d5839f7f/ Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings indicate that subnational variation in net use after access may be relevant when considering malaria-control deployment strategies. The abstract describes a framework for using routinely collected data to support subnational programme tailoring. Malaria Transmission dynamics Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0014604-c71968d1/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0014604-c71968d1/ Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings indicate partial progress toward WHO Global Leprosy Strategy targets, with Ghana on track for elimination at the national level. However, persistent transmission evidenced by the pediatric case with grade-2 disability signals the need for continued surveillance and targeted intervention. Leprosy COVID-19 Surveillance Treatment Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-026-13804-7-0492f295/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-026-13804-7-0492f295/ Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT The study highlights gaps in register-based documentation of WHO-recommended follow-up testing for TB treatment monitoring in Ghana, pointing to potential priorities for strengthening recording practices and integrated reporting within TB control programmes. Tuberculosis Treatment Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-026-13796-4-ab352878/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-026-13796-4-ab352878/ Sat, 13 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Integrating localized meteorological trends into forecasting tools may assist regional authorities in anticipating disease surges and optimizing preventive resource distribution. Malaria Climate and environment Transmission dynamics Surveillance Treatment Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-026-13810-9-7290c085/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-026-13810-9-7290c085/ Sat, 13 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings provide clinical and epidemiologic context for EPTB case detection in the reported Ghanaian hospital setting. The abstract identifies the diversity of EPTB presentations as relevant to diagnosis and management, but it does not establish effects on population-level tuberculosis surveillance or outcomes. Tuberculosis Diagnostics Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-lanmic-2025-101245-4f0f82f3/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-lanmic-2025-101245-4f0f82f3/ Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT The authors position APAP and AFC as candidate multidrug combinations intended to address emerging artemisinin-reduced susceptibility in sub-Saharan Africa, warranting further clinical development. Malaria Treatment Antimicrobial resistance Randomised controlled trial https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1136-bmjgh-2023-014719-e90724cb/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1136-bmjgh-2023-014719-e90724cb/ Tue, 30 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT Twenty of thirty countries applying for vaccine support received financial approval from the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization as of March 2024, demonstrating widespread interest. However, limited RTS,S/AS01 availability prevents some approved countries from receiving required doses, raising vaccine equity concerns. Malaria Vaccination Health policy Transmission dynamics Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1093-jtm-taae056-bb2ceb99/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1093-jtm-taae056-bb2ceb99/ Tue, 09 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT Despite China achieving malaria-free certification in 2021, imported cases from returned travelers pose an ongoing risk of local transmission and re-introduction. The findings highlight the need to strengthen travel medicine services, including pre-travel prophylaxis and post-travel diagnostic capacity, to consolidate elimination gains. Malaria Travel medicine Surveillance Transmission dynamics Climate and environment Diagnostics Systematic review https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2024-02-024-ca785413/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2024-02-024-ca785413/ Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT The findings suggest that declining vaccination coverage, likely worsened by COVID-19 pandemic impacts on pre-existing immunization program weaknesses, contributed to reduced population immunity and the 2022 measles outbreak. The authors recommend catch-up vaccination for missed children, restoration of pre-pandemic coverage levels, and strengthened immunization programs aligned with the Immunization Agenda 2030. Rubella COVID-19 Measles Vaccination Outbreak investigation Climate and environment Surveillance Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pmed-1003377-da55872d/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pmed-1003377-da55872d/ Mon, 30 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT The findings are framed as relevant to mitigating the effect of limited early RTS,S supply and to guiding geographic prioritisation if wider roll-out is recommended from 2021 onward. Malaria Plasmodium falciparum malaria Vaccination Transmission dynamics Vaccine effectiveness Climate and environment Mathematical modelling https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-2049-9957-1-13-04dcec00/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-2049-9957-1-13-04dcec00/ Mon, 24 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT The findings address a major public health challenge in Ghana where HIV substantially affects TB control. The study informs policy on integrating TB and HIV services to reduce fragmentation, improve access, and enhance quality of care. Tuberculosis AIDS Treatment Climate and environment Health policy Journal article