https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/ Published infectious-disease literature filtered to Kenya. en Wed, 09 Sep 2026 07:02:01 GMT https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1128-spectrum-04205-25-f76c67c4/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1128-spectrum-04205-25-f76c67c4/ Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings provide genomic and vector-associated information about West Nile virus detected in the sampled Kenyan settings, including two reported viral lineages and a reported vertical-transmission event. The authors identify continued genomic surveillance, vector competence research, and integrated arbovirus monitoring as relevant areas for prevention and control planning. West Nile virus Transmission dynamics Surveillance Genomic epidemiology Genomic study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pgph-0006013-e7f7fafa/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pgph-0006013-e7f7fafa/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Widespread adult susceptibility points to potential vulnerabilities for severe clinical outcomes in mature cohorts and expectant mothers, underscoring the potential value of introducing pediatric vaccination initiatives. Varicella Zoster Surveillance Vaccination Health policy Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0014666-afa1362a/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0014666-afa1362a/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Consolidating regional outcome data helps identify modifiable therapeutic variables and highlights gaps in longitudinal tracking necessary for coordinated control initiatives. Kala-azar Leishmaniasis Treatment Surveillance Transmission dynamics Systematic review https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0014565-b79ade7a/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0014565-b79ade7a/ Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Antigenic variations identified in key viral proteins indicate possible challenges for existing diagnostic assays and immunization platforms, reinforcing the value of continuous genomic tracking for health planning. Japanese Encephalitis Rabies Genomic epidemiology Surveillance Outbreak investigation Vaccination Diagnostics Genomic study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128837-65ea5faf/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128837-65ea5faf/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Persistent malaria transmission may erode long-term humoral immunity to pertussis following natural infection, with potential implications for pertussis control strategies and booster vaccination scheduling in malaria-endemic regions. Malaria Pertussis Vaccination Transmission dynamics Surveillance Vaccine effectiveness Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s40249-026-01458-1-3743c55a/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s40249-026-01458-1-3743c55a/ Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT Region-specific selection appears to generate distinct resistance profiles across Kenyan malaria-endemic zones, which has implications for malaria transmission and for tailoring insecticide resistance management strategies. Malaria Transmission dynamics Diagnostics Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-s0140-6736-26-00258-8-ecbd943f/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-s0140-6736-26-00258-8-ecbd943f/ Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT These outcomes indicate that targeted immunoprophylaxis may serve as a supplementary preventive measure for youth in endemic zones, though current dosing regimens require optimization for maximum impact. Malaria Treatment Transmission dynamics Randomised controlled trial https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-lanmic-2025-101251-945fed37/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-lanmic-2025-101251-945fed37/ Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT Tracking these historical dispersal routes highlights how environmental modifications and climatic shifts may influence future viral establishment, suggesting that specific ecological zones warrant focused monitoring efforts. Rift Valley fever Transmission dynamics Genomic epidemiology Surveillance Vaccination Climate and environment One Health Mathematical modelling https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0013148-060ab7b4/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0013148-060ab7b4/ Thu, 12 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT The authors argue Mpox has the potential to disrupt health systems and undermine progress toward the 2030 sustainable development goals, calling for financial and human resource support from countries both within and outside Africa. Monkeypox Smallpox Surveillance Outbreak investigation Transmission dynamics Vaccination Climate and environment One Health Journal article 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/10-1371-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/10-1016-j-ijid-2020-08-074-2f2ca3a9/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-ijid-2020-08-074-2f2ca3a9/ Sun, 01 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT The abstract suggests substantial dengue transmission in Mombasa and indicates a need for additional data to better understand disease burden and improve case detection for surveillance and outbreak monitoring. Dengue Outbreak investigation Surveillance Transmission dynamics Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1093-cid-ciz664-326f4cf7/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1093-cid-ciz664-326f4cf7/ Sat, 20 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT Findings support the protective benefit of RV1 within the Kenyan immunization program and indicate that efforts to improve vaccine uptake and nutritional status may be important to maximize impact. Gastroenteritis Vaccination Vaccine effectiveness Surveillance Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-016-2019-8-52ff0372/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-016-2019-8-52ff0372/ Wed, 23 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT The findings confirm active WNV circulation in wild bird reservoirs in this region, indicating spillover risk to human populations. The authors recommend implementing surveillance programs to map virus distribution and raising awareness to improve detection and management of West Nile fever. West Nile virus Surveillance Climate and environment One Health Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0004239-2a8f32e6/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0004239-2a8f32e6/ Fri, 13 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT The study highlights gaps in Rift Valley fever knowledge and preventive practices within a vulnerable pastoralist population in Kenya, supporting calls for targeted public health education and addressing barriers to behavioural change. Rift Valley fever Transmission dynamics Climate and environment Outbreak investigation Vaccination Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1093-cid-cis761-71642628/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1093-cid-cis761-71642628/ Tue, 20 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT The work addresses diarrheal disease, cited as one of the top two causes of young child mortality in the developing world, and aims to inform prioritization of water/sanitation, hygiene, and vaccine strategies. Gastroenteritis Treatment Vaccination Surveillance Transmission dynamics Case-control study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-s0140-6736-03-13366-1-2fade650/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-s0140-6736-03-13366-1-2fade650/ Thu, 01 May 2003 00:00:00 GMT The authors describe malaria preparedness in the highlands as potentially improved through planning for expected annual resurgent outbreaks together with a simple nationwide early-warning approach. Malaria Climate and environment Outbreak investigation Surveillance Journal article