https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/ Published infectious-disease literature filtered to Cross-sectional study. en Wed, 09 Sep 2026 07:02:01 GMT https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1002-vms3-71111-31668260/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1002-vms3-71111-31668260/ Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings document serological evidence of exposure to both pathogens in dairy cattle, including C. burnetii, which the abstract identifies as having zoonotic transmission implications. The results may be relevant to animal-health and One Health evidence review, but they do not establish transmission to people or a causal relationship between the infections. Q fever Surveillance Transmission dynamics One Health Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-prevetmed-2026-106919-f5b0982c/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-prevetmed-2026-106919-f5b0982c/ Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT The observations highlight how environmental shifts and animal mobility influence pathogen presence in urban environments. Structured monitoring frameworks could assist local health authorities in tracking similar zoonotic trends. Sporotrichosis Surveillance Climate and environment Diagnostics Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-31989-dsn-v5i8-2066-26506a4f/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-31989-dsn-v5i8-2066-26506a4f/ Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The measured infection frequency indicates a persistent dual-viral burden within this regional healthcare setting, reinforcing the value of systematic diagnostic protocols and immunization initiatives. Hepatitis D Hepatitis B AIDS Surveillance Transmission dynamics Vaccination Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-026-14271-w-c6a319af/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-026-14271-w-c6a319af/ Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings demonstrate that cysticercosis creates a measurable burden on social protection systems through work disability. Administrative social security data may complement traditional surveillance approaches and inform targeted intersectoral policies addressing regional disparities in diagnosis, access to care, and social protection. Cysticercosis Surveillance Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pone-0357003-3d2144fc/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pone-0357003-3d2144fc/ Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings identify specific TB knowledge gaps among future clinicians in a high-burden setting and may inform curricular reinforcement of TB-related knowledge, attitudes, and preventive practices. Tuberculosis Transmission dynamics Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3390-vetsci13090858-b0dde081/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3390-vetsci13090858-b0dde081/ Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The authors proposed using influential network nodes to target veterinary surveillance and control resources toward municipalities considered more likely to be involved in disease introduction or persistence, with relevance to poultry industry and public health protection. Influenza Surveillance Transmission dynamics Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-25259-aujmsr-46-2026-57936637/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-25259-aujmsr-46-2026-57936637/ Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Quantifying infection rates and identifying temporal fluctuations aids public health authorities in planning diagnostic capacity and educational outreach for affected communities. Typhus Scrub Typhus Diagnostics Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pgph-0006390-5313a704/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pgph-0006390-5313a704/ Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The study identifies persistent geographical and socio-demographic inequities in measles vaccination coverage in Madagascar despite overall gains, supporting tailored urban-focused strategies, strengthened communication, improved logistics, and community engagement to advance measles elimination. Measles Vaccination Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3390-ijerph23081090-faea2511/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3390-ijerph23081090-faea2511/ Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings point to gaps in provider knowledge, attitudes, practice, and adherence related to a program aimed at reducing mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis B, underscoring the need for targeted improvement efforts in maternal services. Hepatitis B Syphilis AIDS Transmission dynamics Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3390-vaccines14080722-03129fec/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3390-vaccines14080722-03129fec/ Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Documented reductions in marker concentrations over time highlight potential durability considerations, informing policy deliberations regarding standardized childhood immunization schedules. Varicella Zoster Vaccination Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fpubh-2026-1807183-3086719d/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fpubh-2026-1807183-3086719d/ Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Identifying specific informational gaps and behavioral barriers supports the development of focused outreach initiatives. Aligning communication strategies with established community trust networks could enhance engagement with integrated disease management approaches. Dengue COVID-19 Vaccination Transmission dynamics Vaccine safety Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fvets-2026-1893786-032ae66e/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fvets-2026-1893786-032ae66e/ Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Documented viral presence in border-seized herds emphasizes the necessity for improved laboratory monitoring and coordinated biosecurity protocols to address transboundary animal health threats. Rift Valley fever Surveillance Outbreak investigation Transmission dynamics Diagnostics One Health Cross-sectional 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/10-3389-fimmu-2026-1919103-363002d0/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fimmu-2026-1919103-363002d0/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Maintaining robust vaccination coverage alone may not sustain community protection once elimination targets are met. Residual vulnerability arises from declining antibody concentrations, postponed dosing schedules, and inconsistent immunization records, indicating that programmatic strategies should incorporate immune status tracking alongside traditional monitoring approaches. Measles Vaccination Surveillance Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fpubh-2026-1862569-615b5e80/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fpubh-2026-1862569-615b5e80/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Undetected parasitic carriage among expectant mothers complicates regional disease eradication initiatives. Integrating advanced diagnostic capabilities into routine antenatal monitoring could improve intervention targeting and support national health objectives. Malaria Surveillance Transmission dynamics Diagnostics Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1001-jamainternmed-2026-3831-dca77f2e/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1001-jamainternmed-2026-3831-dca77f2e/ Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Widespread susceptibility across multiple demographic and clinical strata suggests current immunization coverage falls short of optimal population thresholds. These results emphasize the necessity for focused preventive campaigns directed toward underserved and medically vulnerable communities. Hepatitis A Hepatitis B Viral Hepatitis Hepatitis D Vaccination Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s40249-026-01487-w-d43eb4b6/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s40249-026-01487-w-d43eb4b6/ Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The persistent infection rates and localized disease clusters indicate a need for region-specific control strategies and expanded vaccination coverage for older cohorts. Identifying household contact practices as a transmission driver offers a practical avenue for community-based prevention initiatives. Hepatitis B Hepatitis D Transmission dynamics Vaccination Treatment Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fimmu-2026-1871884-92184832/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fimmu-2026-1871884-92184832/ Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings suggest that if monkeypox vaccines are included in future routine recommendations in China, public health interventions should emphasize disease severity, reduce perceived barriers to vaccination, and build confidence to increase uptake among populations with relatively low baseline willingness. Monkeypox Vaccination Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fitd-2026-1842769-295ce969/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fitd-2026-1842769-295ce969/ Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Integrating environmental monitoring into routine disease management protocols could enhance operational resilience during overlapping health emergencies. Developing targeted training modules on ecological risk assessment may improve how local teams adjust interventions to shifting conditions. Malaria Cholera COVID-19 Climate and environment Transmission dynamics Diagnostics Health policy Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fpubh-2026-1926271-c2905cb7/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fpubh-2026-1926271-c2905cb7/ Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings identify a reported intention-to-action gap in influenza vaccination among the surveyed healthcare professionals. The authors indicate that targeted education and more accessible vaccination services may be relevant areas for addressing this gap, but the abstract does not establish that these measures would be effective. Influenza Vaccination Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-4103-npmj-npmj-141-26-d8b6a40c/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-4103-npmj-npmj-141-26-d8b6a40c/ Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings support further consideration of hepatic artery Doppler measurements as non-invasive markers of hepatic vascular changes or disease-related laboratory abnormalities in asymptomatic adults with chronic hepatitis B. The supplied article does not establish effects on patient outcomes, transmission, or population-level disease control. Hepatitis B Chronic hepatitis B Hepatitis D Treatment Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-026-13956-6-eb913973/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-026-13956-6-eb913973/ Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The observed exposure frequency underscores a notable co-infection burden within this regional hepatitis B population, indicating that routine diagnostic evaluation could enhance case identification in comparable healthcare environments. Hepatitis D Hepatitis B Viral Hepatitis Hepatitis A Treatment Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128827-b7dbe6e5/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128827-b7dbe6e5/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Documenting the strength of misinformation-driven immunization reluctance in a resource-limited context underscores the potential utility of tailored communication approaches for upcoming health crises. COVID-19 SARS Vaccination Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128845-e5eb952d/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128845-e5eb952d/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Identifying regional vaccination preferences enables health authorities to develop targeted educational campaigns that address safety inquiries and potentially increase immunization coverage during future arboviral events. Chikungunya Vaccination Outbreak investigation Vaccine safety Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128907-dee036dc/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128907-dee036dc/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The authors highlight the need for vaccine manufacturers and public- and animal-health policymakers to anticipate potentially lower public acceptance of mRNA vaccines and of animal-source foods derived from mRNA-vaccinated livestock, noting that scientific development must be matched by public acceptability for new vaccines to be optimally used. COVID-19 SARS Vaccination Health policy Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128947-dcbe5378/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128947-dcbe5378/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings provide country- and age-specific estimates of the proportion of adult invasive pneumococcal disease associated with serotypes covered by available vaccines. The analysis indicates that PCV21 had broader estimated serotype coverage than the other vaccines assessed, while the abstract does not measure vaccination-program implementation, vaccine effectiveness, or reductions in disease after vaccination. Invasive pneumococcal disease Vaccination Surveillance Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128988-c93a2f77/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128988-c93a2f77/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The observed divergence between favorable caregiver perceptions and actual immunization uptake indicates potential avenues for administrative and educational initiatives to boost pediatric coverage rates. Influenza Vaccination Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128995-ff19b743/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128995-ff19b743/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings identify socioeconomic, seasonal, community-mobilization, and service-delivery factors relevant to yellow fever vaccination access in the studied DRC settings. The authors indicate that outreach, community mobilization, and adaptation of services to environmental conditions may support more equitable coverage. Yellow fever Vaccination Climate and environment Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1093-ofid-ofag397-1107525d/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1093-ofid-ofag397-1107525d/ Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Undetected infections among both monitored and unmonitored contacts indicate that standard tracking protocols likely miss a significant portion of viral spread. Routine blood screening following outbreaks could clarify transmission networks and improve future response planning. Ebola Outbreak investigation Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-026-13774-w-8756edff/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-026-13774-w-8756edff/ Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings suggest that drug resistance genotyping should be considered for individuals on first-line therapy with detectable persistent low-level viremia. Targeted interventions for youth may improve HIV control outcomes. AIDS Treatment Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128737-43c54279/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128737-43c54279/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Results underscore the necessity of incorporating maternal populations into emergency immunization protocols while simultaneously deploying targeted educational initiatives to mitigate safety concerns and knowledge deficits. Ebola COVID-19 Hemorrhagic Fever Vaccination Outbreak investigation Climate and environment Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pmed-1005038-00fad050/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pmed-1005038-00fad050/ Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT The study provides empirical post-pandemic contact data to inform mathematical models of respiratory infectious disease transmission, including the incorporation of ethnicity and socioeconomic status. COVID-19 SARS Outbreak investigation Transmission dynamics Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128593-9785ac97/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128593-9785ac97/ Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT Rising regional disease incidence contrasts with the exclusion of the prophylactic agent from official immunization schedules, highlighting the need for occupational-specific interventions and financial support mechanisms to mitigate transmission risk. Tick-borne encephalitis Vaccination Climate and environment Health policy Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3201-eid3204-250969-b9ff822e/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3201-eid3204-250969-b9ff822e/ Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT Substantial viral circulation within agricultural animals indicates persistent environmental maintenance alongside occasional spillover events affecting people. These observations underscore the importance of maintaining systematic monitoring protocols to evaluate ongoing exposure dynamics. Hemorrhagic Fever Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever Outbreak investigation Surveillance Transmission dynamics Climate and environment Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1007-s11250-026-04949-3-f9a59380/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1007-s11250-026-04949-3-f9a59380/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings document both M. bovis and M. tuberculosis in cattle presented for human consumption in Chad, underscoring the multi-species nature of agents producing suspected tuberculous lesions in abattoir settings and the relevance of zoonotic and reverse-zoonotic considerations at the human–livestock interface. Tuberculosis Transmission dynamics One Health Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1093-cid-ciag077-760e929b/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1093-cid-ciag077-760e929b/ Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT Tongue swab-based molecular testing achieved non-inferior diagnostic yield compared to sputum-based methods and may offer a cost-efficient alternative where sputum collection is difficult or where smear microscopy remains the primary diagnostic approach. Tuberculosis Diagnostics Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-025-12474-1-9272ef51/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-025-12474-1-9272ef51/ Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT The project is positioned as foundational work for population-based surveillance of praziquantel resistance in Schistosoma, with relevance to monitoring and mitigating persistent hotspots and to novel drugs in development. Schistosomiasis Surveillance Treatment Transmission dynamics Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3390-healthcare13222924-8e4c34ca/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3390-healthcare13222924-8e4c34ca/ Sat, 15 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT Documented knowledge deficiencies suggest that localized educational programs could strengthen preventive practices and encourage earlier clinical consultation. Integrating digital communication strategies may effectively extend the reach of these public health messages. Rheumatic fever Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0013079-3d852e4e/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0013079-3d852e4e/ Mon, 02 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT The study demonstrates that adaptive multidisciplinary interventions can maintain very low schistosomiasis prevalence but may not achieve transmission interruption within a four-year period. Persistent and resurgent hotspots highlight that elimination efforts require sustained comprehensive intervention packages and broader investments in poverty reduction and water, sanitation, and hygiene infrastructure to achieve equity in global health. Schistosomiasis Climate and environment Surveillance Transmission dynamics Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1093-cid-ciaf159-81fb5384/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1093-cid-ciaf159-81fb5384/ Tue, 29 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT TDR prevalence exceeding 10%, including >5% to efavirenz/nevirapine, suggests a need for ongoing surveillance and consideration of regimen selection in newly diagnosed populations in China. AIDS Treatment Surveillance Transmission dynamics Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-024-10023-w-cddaaa75/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-024-10023-w-cddaaa75/ Fri, 04 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT The paper is relevant to discussions of respiratory pathogen transmission during the COVID-19 period and to how nonpharmaceutical precautions may coincide with changes in GAS carriage patterns. It also frames the finding as potentially useful for prevention planning in resource-limited settings. COVID-19 Outbreak investigation Surveillance Transmission dynamics Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-023-08346-1-77da46d1/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-023-08346-1-77da46d1/ Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT The paper presents the diagnostic mismatch as relevant to arboviral surveillance and health interventions because clinical-only reporting may not reflect the underlying pattern of disease. This is framed as an issue for interpretation of primary care data in a co-endemic setting. Chikungunya Dengue Travel medicine Surveillance Diagnostics Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-022-07734-3-0d428136/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-022-07734-3-0d428136/ Mon, 19 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT The authors frame pretreatment resistance, especially NNRTI resistance, as relevant to antiretroviral treatment planning and ongoing surveillance in this border prefecture. The article is also indexed under surveillance, transmission dynamics, and treatment topics, which supports its public-health and epidemiologic context. AIDS Treatment Transmission dynamics Surveillance Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-022-07576-z-0025e048/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-022-07576-z-0025e048/ Thu, 07 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT Tracking pretreatment resistance patterns aids in evaluating current antiretroviral protocols and highlights the need for expanded behavioral outreach targeting underrepresented demographic segments. AIDS Treatment Surveillance Transmission dynamics Genomic epidemiology Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0010506-269bc552/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0010506-269bc552/ Mon, 13 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT The findings indicate that antibody persistence and infection timing may affect interpretation of serological studies for leptospirosis. The modelling approach may provide additional temporal information from cross-sectional data, although the abstract does not establish its operational or clinical impact. Leptospirosis Outbreak investigation Surveillance Diagnostics Climate and environment One Health Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-021-06604-8-bc0b9fea/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-021-06604-8-bc0b9fea/ Wed, 08 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT The findings demonstrate that physical distancing regulations substantially reduced extra-household contact in rural South Africa during the epidemic peak. However, persistent intergenerational contact within households represented a potential limitation in protecting older adults from infection. COVID-19 SARS Transmission dynamics Outbreak investigation Climate and environment Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0009127-5b4c1ee5/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0009127-5b4c1ee5/ Fri, 12 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT The study demonstrates that interruption of mass drug administration can lead to rapid recrudescence of urogenital schistosomiasis in hotspot areas. The authors recommend re-intensifying MDA plus additional interventions in hotspots and adapting strategies from mass administration to targeted surveillance-response in low-prevalence areas. Schistosomiasis Treatment Surveillance Transmission dynamics Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s40249-020-00760-w-a3ed3fc3/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s40249-020-00760-w-a3ed3fc3/ Mon, 19 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT While treatment completion rates were high and patient costs were relatively low, negative financial consequences—including catastrophic costs, borrowing, and job loss—persisted even in this low-cost setting, indicating potential benefit from universal cash transfer programs. Tuberculosis Climate and environment Treatment Travel medicine Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0008122-1dfd52da/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0008122-1dfd52da/ Mon, 14 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT Findings indicate long-term endemic DENV circulation with substantial fine-scale spatial heterogeneity between nearby urban and rural areas, a consideration noted as relevant for designing control measures including vaccination. Dengue Travel medicine Transmission dynamics Vaccination Climate and environment Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1136-bmjgh-2019-001834-87c81a60/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1136-bmjgh-2019-001834-87c81a60/ Sun, 10 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT The findings indicate that public health education alone is insufficient to interrupt cholera transmission when structural poverty limits access to water, sanitation, and healthcare services. Cholera Climate and environment Outbreak investigation Transmission dynamics Treatment Cross-sectional study