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Infectious Diseases of Poverty
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ISSN 2049-9957 · BMC · 1.235 artikel di indeks
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Field implementation of the sterile insect technique against Aedes aegypti in Recife, Brazil: operational challenges and impact of release frequency on vector dynamics
Abstract Background The sterile insect technique (SIT) is an environmentally friendly tool for suppressing Aedes aegypti populations. While promising in controlled settings, its application in large urban environments presents logistical and biological challenges. This trial focused on releasing…
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Economic burden of dengue in Puerto Rico, 2010–2023
Abstract Background Dengue remains a major public health challenge, particularly in endemic areas like Puerto Rico, where its economic burden is substantial. This study aimed to update the economic burden of dengue in Puerto Rico using recent data from patients, hospitals, and insurance companies…
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Confronting neglected tropical diseases: a moral and strategic imperative for global equity
Abstract This editorial, published on the occasion of the World Neglected Tropical Diseases Day in 2026, highlights the persistent and pressing issue of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) and their impact on global health equity. It argues that addressing NTDs is not only a moral imperative but…
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Invasive patterns of Biomphalaria straminea revealed by genetic mapping in the Greater Bay Area, China
Abstract Background Biomphalaria straminea, an intermediate host of Schistosoma mansoni, is originally native to Brazil but has invaded southern China since 1974. Nowadays, increasing human mobility raises the risk of S. mansoni dissemination. Therefore, this study aims to elucidate the genetic…
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From dogma to data: charting a path forward for clinico-immunological research in Ethiopian cutaneous leishmaniasis
Abstract Background Rooted in long-standing assumptions and adapted from classifications mainly used for Latin American cutaneous leishmaniasis (CL), the nationally recommended clinical categories in Ethiopia for CL remain limited to localized cutaneous leishmaniasis (LCL), mucocutaneous…
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A reservoir at the gates: nonhuman mammalian hosts for human schistosomiasis in western Africa and the critical challenge for elimination
Abstract Background Schistosomiasis, a snail-borne parasitic disease of public health and veterinary importance in tropical areas, is highly prevalent in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in West Africa. The World Health Organization (WHO) has established ambitious goals of eliminating…
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Tuberculous mastitis, the great imitator in breast disease: a case report with diagnostic and therapeutic challenges
Abstract Background Extrapulmonary tuberculosis (TB) remains a diagnostic challenge due to its nonspecific clinical manifestations, low bacterial burden, and the need for invasive procedures to obtain diagnostic samples. Breast TB, a particularly rare form, can closely mimic other conditions such…
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Prevalence, risk factors and trends of human schistosomiasis in Côte d’Ivoire from 1974–2023: systematic review and meta-analysis
Abstract Background Schistosomiasis is a parasitic worm infection that affects an estimated 250 million people. In Côte d’Ivoire, schistosomiasis remains a public health problem despite control efforts that have been mounted since the new millennium. The aim of this study was to assess the pooled…
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Diagnostic performance comparison of two ultrasound classification systems for hepatic alveolar echinococcosis: a single-center retrospective study
Abstract Background Hepatic alveolar echinococcosis (HAE) is a severe zoonotic parasitic disease for which ultrasonography is the primary diagnostic tool. However, the heterogeneous imaging characteristics of HAE lesions present significant challenges to accurate diagnosis. To improve diagnostic…
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Evaluating the diagnostic accuracy of clinical judgement and rapid tests for leptospirosis in the Philippines: implications for public health management
Abstract Background Leptospirosis is endemic in the Philippines; however, its diagnosis remains challenging because of the lack of rapid and accurate diagnostic tools for detecting infection. Physicians must therefore resort to diagnosing leptospirosis through their clinical judgement, and this…
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Microclimates, land cover, and socioeconomic vulnerability shape Anopheles hotspots in Maryland, USA
Abstract Background Anopheles mosquitoes pose notable public health concerns as competent vectors of malaria and other diseases. Although malaria is no longer endemic in the United States, recent locally acquired cases in states including Maryland highlight the need to better understand Anopheles…
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Molecular identification of hookworm infection in humans, dogs and cats in Lao People’s Democratic Republic
Abstract Background Hookworm infection remains a major public health concern in the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR), where it is endemic nationwide and particularly prevalent in remote communities. However, information regarding species-specific identification is limited. This study…
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Evaluating the impact of the ‘Four Pest-Free Villages’ program on mosquito-borne disease control in Zhejiang Province, China: a cross-sectional study on knowledge, attitudes, and practices
Abstract Background Mosquito-borne diseases (MBDs) pose a persistent public health threat globally. The "Four Pest-Free Villages" program, which targets mosquitoes, flies, cockroaches, and rats, has been in place in Zhejiang Province, China, for more than 9 years. It was recently improved to…
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Towards tuberculosis elimination in people with HIV on antiretroviral therapy: evidence from a two-decade nationwide cohort in Spain
Abstract Background Tuberculosis (TB) incidence among people with HIV (PWH) has fallen in many high-income settings, yet residual risk persists, and tools to identify those still vulnerable are limited. This study aimed to evaluate TB incidence trends, identify risk factors, and develop a…
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Rare Enterobius vermicularis infection of the greater omentum misdiagnosed as schistosomiasis: a case report
Abstract Background Enterobiasis, caused by Enterobius vermicularis, is a common intestinal parasitic infection in children. Ectopic migration to extraintestinal sites, such as the greater omentum, is rare and often misdiagnosed due to nonspecific clinical manifestations and limited proficiency in…
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Clinical and epidemiological features of schistosomiasis among sub-Saharan African migrants in Barcelona, Spain: a retrospective observational study
Abstract Schistosomiasis is a neglected tropical disease, affecting 253 million people worldwide. This study aimed to describe the clinical and epidemiological characteristics of schistosomiasis in sub-Saharan African migrants evaluated through a general screening program for imported infectious…
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Risk of antimicrobial resistance spreading via food loss and waste
Abstract Background While the agricultural sector is a known contributor to antimicrobial resistance (AMR), the potential role of food loss and waste (FLW) in AMR dissemination has been largely overlooked. FLW, a byproduct of inefficient food systems, poses economic, environmental, and food…
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Strengthening the health systems at national level for malaria elimination in the Greater Mekong Subregion countries: a qualitative study
Abstract Background Countries in the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) have committed to eliminating malaria by 2030. The success of a national malaria programme’s transition from malaria control to elimination is dependent on the readiness of the health system to implement malaria elimination…
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Psychosocial and behavioral correlates of Mpox infection among men who have sex with men in China: a multicenter cross-sectional study with implications for health equity
Abstract Background Mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) has disproportionately affected men who have sex with men (MSM), yet evidence from East Asia on psychosocial and behavioral correlates is limited. We examined factors associated with Mpox infection among MSM in China, with attention to health…
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Impact of risk adjustment for drug-resistant types on tuberculosis patients’ outcomes under China’s innovative payment methods: a quasi-experimental study design
Abstract Background Treating drug-resistant tuberculosis (DR-TB) is clinically complex and economically burdensome compared to drug-susceptible tuberculosis (DS-TB). China’s diagnosis-intervention packet payment system initially omitted risk adjustment for drug resistance. In 2022, a…
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