https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/ Published infectious-disease literature filtered to Sri Lanka. en Wed, 09 Sep 2026 07:02:01 GMT https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-24976-discov-med-202638211-205-da1dffa9/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-24976-discov-med-202638211-205-da1dffa9/ Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The authors argue that sustained declines in standardized LTBI rates co-exist with a growing absolute caseload, implying that TB elimination efforts require prevention-oriented policies targeting progression to active disease, especially in ageing and other high-risk populations. Tuberculosis Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1093-jtm-taag022-c1c409f9/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1093-jtm-taag022-c1c409f9/ Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT Imported malaria represents a major barrier to achieving and sustaining malaria elimination in the Asia Pacific region, highlighting the need for strengthened cross-border coordination and tailored interventions. Malaria Surveillance Systematic review https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-026-12533-1-2c2131be/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-026-12533-1-2c2131be/ Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT The authors reported that climate-sensitive modelling could support integration of meteorological surveillance into leptospirosis early-warning and response systems, particularly for identified hotspot districts. This is the study’s stated implication and does not establish that such systems improve outcomes. Leptospirosis Climate and environment Surveillance Transmission dynamics Journal article