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Chatterjee RP, Chatterjee S, Roy D, Chatterjee S, Chakraborty N. Detection and differentiation of antinuclear antibodies in serum of dengue suspected patients with or without systemic autoimmune disease in Kolkata, India. Virulence 2024; 15:2400553. [PMID: 39282971 PMCID: PMC11407418 DOI: 10.1080/21505594.2024.2400553] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/19/2024] Open
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The pathophysiology of dengue may be influenced by antibodies released during infection. Several autoimmune diseases are accompanied by antinuclear antibodies (ANAs) but 8-10% of the general population have positive ANA tests. To test the hypothesis that an ANA-positive test indicates an immune dysregulated state that modifies the risk for certain clinical disorders in people with or without an autoimmune disease, we examined the various ANA profiles and their relationships to various autoimmune disorders, as well as the severity of these relationships, in patients infected with dengue fever. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) and reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) methods were used. Indirect immunofluorescence assay (IIFA) and line immunoassay (LIA) were performed to detect and differentiate the ANAs among dengue infected patients. Out of 135 dengue virus-positive patients, 94.07% were positive by ELISA and 5.93% positive by RT-PCR method. ANAs by IIFA and LIA were detected in 54.8% and 18.5% of the dengue positive patients, respectively, and 10.3% and 7.1% of the 126 dengue negative patients, respectively. This study showed that dengue was associated with an increased risk of autoimmune myositis and mixed connective tissue disease (MCTD), a rare complication of dengue. The risk of other autoimmune diseases did not seem to increase after DENV infection.
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, School of Health and Medical Sciences, Adamas University, Barasat, Kolkata, India
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- Virus Research Laboratory, ICMR-National Institute of Cholera and Enteric Disease, Kolkata, India
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- Virus Research Laboratory, ICMR-National Institute of Cholera and Enteric Disease, Kolkata, India
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- Virus Research Laboratory, ICMR-National Institute of Cholera and Enteric Disease, Kolkata, India
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Fernández-Martínez B, Pampaka D, Suárez-Sánchez P, Figuerola J, Sierra MJ, León-Gomez I, Del Aguila J, Gómez-Barroso D. Spatial analysis for risk assessment of dengue in Spain. ENFERMEDADES INFECCIOSAS Y MICROBIOLOGIA CLINICA (ENGLISH ED.) 2024; 42:406-413. [PMID: 37945465 DOI: 10.1016/j.eimce.2023.06.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2022] [Accepted: 06/20/2023] [Indexed: 11/12/2023]
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INTRODUCTION The establishment of Aedes albopictus in new areas in Europe has changed the risk of local dengue transmission represented by imported human cases. The risk of transmission is determined by the distribution of travelers arriving from dengue-endemic areas and the distribution of Ae. albopictus as potential vectors of dengue in Spain. METHODS Environmental, entomological, epidemiological, demographic, tourism and travel data were analyzed to produce a series of maps to represent: the distribution of Ae. albopictus across municipalities; the risk of expansion of Ae. albopictus based on a species distribution model; the calculated index of travelers from dengue-endemic areas (IDVZE) per province; the percentage contribution of each municipality to the total number of cases in Spain. The maps were then added using map algebra, to profile the spatial risk of autochthonous dengue in Spain at a municipal level from 2016 to 2018. RESULTS Ae. albopictus was detected in 983 municipalities. The calculated IDVZE varied from 0.23 to 10.38, with the highest IDVZE observed in Madrid. The overall risk of autochthonous cases oscillated between 0.234 and 115, with the very high risk and high risk areas detected in the Mediterranean region, mainly in the Levantine coast and some parts of the Balearic Islands. Most of the interior of the peninsula was characterized as low risk. CONCLUSION Prevention and control measures to mitigate the risk of autochthonous dengue should be prioritized for municipalities in the high risk areas integrating early detection of imported dengue cases and vector control.
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- Beatriz Fernández-Martínez
- Centro Nacional de Epidemiología, Instituto de Salud Carlos III, Madrid, Spain; Consorcio Investigación Biomédica En Red de Epidemiología y Salud Pública (CIBERESP), Madrid, Spain
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- Centro Nacional de Epidemiología, Instituto de Salud Carlos III, Madrid, Spain; European Programme for Intervention Epidemiology Training (EPIET), European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC), Stockholm, Sweden
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- Estación Biológica de Doñana (EBD-CSIC), Seville, Spain; Consorcio Investigación Biomédica En Red de Epidemiología y Salud Pública (CIBERESP), Madrid, Spain
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- Centro de Coordinación de Alertas y Emergencias Sanitarias (CCAES), Madrid, Spain
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- Centro Nacional de Epidemiología, Instituto de Salud Carlos III, Madrid, Spain; Consorcio Investigación Biomédica En Red de Epidemiología y Salud Pública (CIBERESP), Madrid, Spain
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- Centro Nacional de Epidemiología, Instituto de Salud Carlos III, Madrid, Spain
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- Centro Nacional de Epidemiología, Instituto de Salud Carlos III, Madrid, Spain; Consorcio Investigación Biomédica En Red de Epidemiología y Salud Pública (CIBERESP), Madrid, Spain.
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Javed N, López-Denman AJ, Paradkar PN, Bhatti A. FlightTrackAI: a robust convolutional neural network-based tool for tracking the flight behaviour of Aedes aegypti mosquitoes. ROYAL SOCIETY OPEN SCIENCE 2024; 11:240923. [PMID: 39359469 PMCID: PMC11444788 DOI: 10.1098/rsos.240923] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2024] [Revised: 08/09/2024] [Accepted: 08/14/2024] [Indexed: 10/04/2024]
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Monitoring the flight behaviour of mosquitoes is crucial for assessing their fitness levels and understanding their potential role in disease transmission. Existing methods for tracking mosquito flight behaviour are challenging to implement in laboratory environments, and they also struggle with identity tracking, particularly during occlusions. Here, we introduce FlightTrackAI, a robust convolutional neural network (CNN)-based tool for automatic mosquito flight tracking. FlightTrackAI employs CNN, a multi-object tracking algorithm, and interpolation to track flight behaviour. It automatically processes each video in the input folder without supervision and generates tracked videos with mosquito positions across the frames and trajectory graphs before and after interpolation. FlightTrackAI does not require a sophisticated setup to capture videos; it can perform excellently with videos recorded using standard laboratory cages. FlightTrackAI also offers filtering capabilities to eliminate short-lived objects such as reflections. Validation of FlightTrackAI demonstrated its excellent performance with an average accuracy of 99.9%. The percentage of correctly assigned identities after occlusions exceeded 91%. The data produced by FlightTrackAI can facilitate analysis of various flight-related behaviours, including flight distance and volume coverage during flights. This advancement can help to enhance our understanding of mosquito ecology and behaviour, thereby informing targeted strategies for vector control.
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- Nouman Javed
- Institute for Intelligent Systems Research and Innovation, Deakin University, Geelong, Victoria3216, Australia
- CSIRO Health & Biosecurity, Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness, Geelong, Victoria3220, Australia
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- CSIRO Health & Biosecurity, Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness, Geelong, Victoria3220, Australia
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- CSIRO Health & Biosecurity, Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness, Geelong, Victoria3220, Australia
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- Institute for Intelligent Systems Research and Innovation, Deakin University, Geelong, Victoria3216, Australia
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Balingit JC, Denis D, Suzuki R, Hayati RF, Ngwe Tun MM, Takamatsu Y, Masyeni S, Sasmono RT, Morita K. Impact of pre-existing cross-reactive antibodies on cyclic dengue outbreaks in the hyperendemic region of Bali, Indonesia. Virus Res 2024; 348:199445. [PMID: 39089369 PMCID: PMC11342788 DOI: 10.1016/j.virusres.2024.199445] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2024] [Revised: 07/24/2024] [Accepted: 07/29/2024] [Indexed: 08/03/2024]
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The four serotypes of the dengue virus (DENV) cause a range of diseases ranging from mild fever to severe conditions. Understanding the immunological interactions among the four serotypes is crucial in comprehending the dynamics of serotype shifting during outbreaks in areas where all four serotypes co-circulate. Hence, we evaluated the neutralizing antibody and antibody-dependent enhancement responses against the four DENV serotypes using acute-phase plasma samples collected from 48 laboratory-confirmed dengue patients during a dengue outbreak in Bali, Indonesia in 2022. Employing single-round infectious particles to exclusively investigate immunogenicity to the structural surface proteins of DENV, which are the targets of antibodies, we found that individuals with a probable prior history of DENV-1 infection exhibited increased susceptibility to secondary DENV-3 infection, attributed to cross-reactive antibodies with limited neutralizing activity against DENV-3 (geometric mean 50 % neutralization titer (GMNT50) = 47.6 ± 11.5). This susceptibility was evident in vitro, with a mean fold enhancement of 28.4 ± 33.9. Neutralization titers against DENV-3 were significantly lower compared to other serotypes (DENV-1 GMNT50 = 678.1 ± 9.0; DENV-2 GMNT50 = 210.5 ± 8.7; DENV-4 GMNT50 = 95.14 ± 7.0). We demonstrate that prior immunity to one serotype provides limited cross-protection against the other serotypes, influencing the dominant serotype in subsequent outbreaks. These findings underscore the complexity of dengue immunity and its implications for vaccine design and transmission dynamics in hyperendemic regions.
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- Jean Claude Balingit
- Department of Tropical Viral Vaccine Development, Institute of Tropical Medicine, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan
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- Department of Virology II, National Institute of Infectious Diseases, Tokyo 208-0011, Japan
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- Department of Tropical Viral Vaccine Development, Institute of Tropical Medicine, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan; Department of Virology, Institute of Tropical Medicine, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan; Center for Vaccines and Therapeutic Antibodies for Emerging Infectious Diseases, Shimane University, Izumo 690-8504, Japan
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- Department of Tropical Viral Vaccine Development, Institute of Tropical Medicine, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan; Department of Virology, Institute of Tropical Medicine, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Science, Universitas Warmadewa, Bali 80239, Indonesia
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- Eijkman Research Center for Molecular Biology, National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), Jakarta 10340, Indonesia
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- Department of Tropical Viral Vaccine Development, Institute of Tropical Medicine, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan; Department of Virology, Institute of Tropical Medicine, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan; DEJIMA Infectious Disease Research Alliance, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan.
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Rabiu I, Musa HA, Isaiah Z, Hussaini M, Umar MM, Mustapha S, Abdullahi JI, Shehu A, Sani MA. Dengue outbreaks in northern Nigeria: Evaluating the recommended Takeda vaccine and future prevention strategies. World J Virol 2024; 13:95555. [PMID: 39323449 PMCID: PMC11400999 DOI: 10.5501/wjv.v13.i3.95555] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2024] [Revised: 06/05/2024] [Accepted: 07/01/2024] [Indexed: 08/29/2024] Open
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Dengue fever, caused by the dengue virus (DENV), poses a significant public health challenge globally, with Nigeria experiencing sporadic outbreaks. A clear understanding of the dengue burden has not been achieved in Nigeria, just as in other African countries. Understanding the epidemiology and burden of dengue fever is essential for effective prevention and control strategies. This paper examines the recent dengue outbreaks in northern Nigeria, particularly in Sokoto state, and evaluates the recommended Takeda dengue vaccine (TDV) along with future prevention strategies. Despite limited surveillance and underreporting, dengue fever is endemic in Nigeria (with over 5 million cases and 5000 dengue-related deaths in 2023), with recent outbreaks indicating a growing concern. The TDV, a live attenuated tetravalent vaccine, has shown promise in preventing dengue fever, but challenges such as vaccine acceptance and accessibility need to be addressed. Global urbanization contributes to the disease's spread, which is influenced by factors such as population density, cultural beliefs, water storage practices, hygiene, and water supply accessibility. Future prevention strategies must focus on government intervention, community practices, and innovative vector control measures to mitigate the spread of DENV in Nigeria. This study will serve as a valuable reference for policymakers, researchers, and clinicians in the management and control of DENV in Nigeria and Africa as a whole.
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- Ismail Rabiu
- College of Life Science, Department of Biomedical Science and Environmental Biology, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
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- Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Life Science, Bayero University Kano, Kano 700006, Kano State, Nigeria
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- Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Life Science, Bayero University Kano, Kano 700006, Kano State, Nigeria
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- Department of Microbiology, Umaru Musa Yar’adua University, Katsina 820102, Katsina State, Nigeria
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- Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Life Science, Bayero University Kano, Kano 700006, Kano State, Nigeria
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- Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Science, Kaduna State University, Tafawa Balewa Way 800283, Kaduna State, Nigeria
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- Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Science, Kaduna State University, Tafawa Balewa Way 800283, Kaduna State, Nigeria
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- Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Life Science, Bayero University Kano, Kano 700006, Kano State, Nigeria
- National Reference Laboratory, Nigeria Center for Disease Control, Gaduwa 900231, Abuja, Nigeria
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- Department of Microbiology and Biotechnology, Federal University, Dutse 720223, Jigawa State, Nigeria
- Monitoring and Evaluation Unit (Jigawa State Office), World Health Organization, Dutse 720223, Jigawa State, Nigeria
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Hafsia S, Barbar T, Alout H, Baudino F, Lebon C, Gomard Y, Wilkinson DA, Fourié T, Mavingui P, Atyame C. Vector competence of Aedes albopictus field populations from Reunion Island exposed to local epidemic dengue viruses. PLoS One 2024; 19:e0310635. [PMID: 39298440 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0310635] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2024] [Accepted: 09/04/2024] [Indexed: 09/21/2024] Open
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Dengue virus (DENV) is the most prevalent mosquito-borne Flavivirus that affects humans worldwide. Aedes albopictus, which is naturally infected with the bacteria Wolbachia, is considered to be a secondary vector of DENV. However, it was responsible for a recent DENV outbreak of unprecedented magnitude in Reunion Island, a French island in the South West Indian Ocean. Moreover, the distribution of the cases during this epidemic showed a spatially heterogeneous pattern across the island, leading to questions about the differential vector competence of mosquito populations from different geographic areas. The aim of this study was to gain a better understanding of the vector competence of the Ae. albopictus populations from Reunion Island for local DENV epidemic strains, while considering their infection by Wolbachia. Experimental infections were conducted using ten populations of Ae. albopictus sampled across Reunion Island and exposed to three DENV strains: one strain of DENV serotype 1 (DENV-1) and two strains of DENV serotype 2 (DENV-2). We analyzed three vector competence parameters including infection rate, dissemination efficiency and transmission efficiency, at different days post-exposition (dpe). We also assessed whether there was a correlation between the density of Wolbachia and viral load/vector competence parameters. Our results show that the Ae. albopictus populations tested were not able to transmit the two DENV-2 strains, while transmission efficiencies up to 40.79% were observed for the DENV-1 strain, probably due to difference in viral titres. Statistical analyses showed that the parameters mosquito population, generation, dpe and area of sampling significantly affect the transmission efficiencies of DENV-1. Although the density of Wolbachia varied according to mosquito population, no significant correlation was found between Wolbachia density and either viral load or vector competence parameters for DENV-1. Our results highlight the importance of using natural mosquito populations for a better understanding of transmission patterns of dengue.
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- Sarah Hafsia
- Université de La Réunion, UMR PIMIT (Processus Infectieux en Milieu Insulaire Tropical), CNRS 9192, INSERM 1187, IRD 249, La Réunion, France
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- Université de La Réunion, UMR PIMIT (Processus Infectieux en Milieu Insulaire Tropical), CNRS 9192, INSERM 1187, IRD 249, La Réunion, France
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- Unité Mixte de Recherche Animal Santé Territoires Risques Écosystèmes, F-34398, CIRAD/INRAE/Université de Montpellier, Université de Montpellier, Montpellier, France
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- Université de La Réunion, UMR PIMIT (Processus Infectieux en Milieu Insulaire Tropical), CNRS 9192, INSERM 1187, IRD 249, La Réunion, France
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- Université de La Réunion, UMR PIMIT (Processus Infectieux en Milieu Insulaire Tropical), CNRS 9192, INSERM 1187, IRD 249, La Réunion, France
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- Université de La Réunion, UMR PIMIT (Processus Infectieux en Milieu Insulaire Tropical), CNRS 9192, INSERM 1187, IRD 249, La Réunion, France
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- Université de La Réunion, UMR PIMIT (Processus Infectieux en Milieu Insulaire Tropical), CNRS 9192, INSERM 1187, IRD 249, La Réunion, France
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- Université de La Réunion, UMR PIMIT (Processus Infectieux en Milieu Insulaire Tropical), CNRS 9192, INSERM 1187, IRD 249, La Réunion, France
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- Université de La Réunion, UMR PIMIT (Processus Infectieux en Milieu Insulaire Tropical), CNRS 9192, INSERM 1187, IRD 249, La Réunion, France
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- Université de La Réunion, UMR PIMIT (Processus Infectieux en Milieu Insulaire Tropical), CNRS 9192, INSERM 1187, IRD 249, La Réunion, France
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Brass DP, Cobbold CA, Purse BV, Ewing DA, Callaghan A, White SM. Role of vector phenotypic plasticity in disease transmission as illustrated by the spread of dengue virus by Aedes albopictus. Nat Commun 2024; 15:7823. [PMID: 39242617 PMCID: PMC11379831 DOI: 10.1038/s41467-024-52144-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2024] [Accepted: 08/21/2024] [Indexed: 09/09/2024] Open
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The incidence of vector-borne disease is on the rise globally, with burdens increasing in endemic countries and outbreaks occurring in new locations. Effective mitigation and intervention strategies require models that accurately predict both spatial and temporal changes in disease dynamics, but this remains challenging due to the complex and interactive relationships between environmental variation and the vector traits that govern the transmission of vector-borne diseases. Predictions of disease risk in the literature typically assume that vector traits vary instantaneously and independently of population density, and therefore do not capture the delayed response of these same traits to past biotic and abiotic environments. We argue here that to produce accurate predictions of disease risk it is necessary to account for environmentally driven and delayed instances of phenotypic plasticity. To show this, we develop a stage and phenotypically structured model for the invasive mosquito vector, Aedes albopictus, and dengue, the second most prevalent human vector-borne disease worldwide. We find that environmental variation drives a dynamic phenotypic structure in the mosquito population, which accurately predicts global patterns of mosquito trait-abundance dynamics. In turn, this interacts with disease transmission to capture historic dengue outbreaks. By comparing the model to a suite of simpler models, we reveal that it is the delayed phenotypic structure that is critical for accurate prediction. Consequently, the incorporation of vector trait relationships into transmission models is critical to improvement of early warning systems that inform mitigation and control strategies.
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- Dominic P Brass
- UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology, Benson Lane, Wallingford, Oxfordshire, UK.
- Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, School of Biological Sciences, University of Reading, Reading, UK.
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- School of Mathematics and Statistics, College of Science and Engineering, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology, Benson Lane, Wallingford, Oxfordshire, UK
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- Biomathematics and Statistics Scotland, Edinburgh, UK
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- Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, School of Biological Sciences, University of Reading, Reading, UK
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- UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology, Benson Lane, Wallingford, Oxfordshire, UK
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Sanei-Dehkordi A, Tagizadeh AM, Bahadori MB, Nikkhah E, Pirmohammadi M, Rahimi S, Nazemiyeh H. Larvicidal potential of Trachyspermum ammi essential oil and Delphinium speciosum extract against malaria, dengue, and filariasis mosquito vectors. Sci Rep 2024; 14:20677. [PMID: 39237741 PMCID: PMC11377549 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-71829-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2024] [Accepted: 08/30/2024] [Indexed: 09/07/2024] Open
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Mosquito-borne diseases, such as malaria, dengue, and Zika, pose major public health challenges globally, affecting millions of people. The growing resistance of mosquito populations to synthetic insecticides underscores the critical need for effective and environmentally friendly larvicides. Although chemical pesticides can initially be effective, they often lead to negative environmental consequences and health hazards for non-target species, including humans. This study aimed to evaluate the larvicidal effects of Trachyspermum ammi essential oil and Delphinium speciosum extract on the larvae of three major mosquito species: Aedes aegypti, Anopheles stephensi, and Culex quinquefasciatus. Mosquito larvae of Ae. aegypti, An. stephensi, and Cx. quinquefasciatus were reared under controlled laboratory conditions. The larvicidal activity of T. ammi essential oil and D. speciosum extract was evaluated through standard bioassays, using various concentrations of essential oils (10, 20, 40, 80, and 160 ppm) and extracts (160, 320, 640, 1280, and 2560 ppm) to determine the lethal concentration (LC50) values after 24 h of exposure. Fresh plant materials were collected, with the essential oil extracted via hydro-distillation, and the extract prepared using methanol solvent extraction. The chemical composition of T. ammi essential oil was examined using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS). Additionally, the preliminary analysis of the chemical compounds in D. speciosum extract was carried out using thin layer chromatography (TLC) and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy (NMR) techniques. The results indicated that the essential oil of T. ammi exhibited more effective larvicidal activity compared to the D. speciosum extract. Specifically, the essential oil demonstrated LC50 values of 18 ppm for Cx. quinquefasciatus and 19 ppm for Ae. aegypti. In contrast, the D. speciosum extract showed the strongest larvicidal effect against An. stephensi, with an LC50 of 517 ppm. Concentrations of 40 ppm of the essential oil and 1280 ppm of the extract resulted in 100% mortality across all three species. Both the essential oil of T. ammi and the D. speciosum extract exhibited concentration-dependent larvicidal activity, and these results were statistically significant (p < 0.001) compared to the no-treatment group. GC-MS analysis revealed thymol (88.95%), o-cymen-5-ol (4.11%), and γ-terpinene (2.10%) as the major constituents of the T. ammi essential oil. Additionally, TLC verified the presence of alkaloids in both chloroform and methanolic extracts. Proton NMR identified a diterpene structure for these alkaloids. These findings suggest that T. ammi essential oil is a promising candidate for natural mosquito control strategies. Given its efficacy, further research is warranted to explore its potential in integrated vector management programs.
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- Alireza Sanei-Dehkordi
- Infectious and Tropical Diseases Research Center, Hormozgan Health Institute, Hormozgan University of Medical Sciences, Bandar Abbas, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Faculty of Pharmacy, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Medicinal Plants Research Center, Maragheh University of Medical Sciences, Maragheh, Iran
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- Medicinal Plants Research Center, Maragheh University of Medical Sciences, Maragheh, Iran
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- Department of Vector Biology and Control of Diseases, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Medicinal Plants Research Center, Maragheh University of Medical Sciences, Maragheh, Iran.
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.
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Jiang T, Huang C, Ruan Q, Huang X, Liang C, Chen Z, Yu X, Peng Y, Liu Z, Cheng G, Dai J, Sun J. Envelope domain III E 324, E 351, and E 380 mutations lever adaptive evolution of DENV-1 genotype I. J Virol 2024:e0118324. [PMID: 39230303 DOI: 10.1128/jvi.01183-24] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2024] [Accepted: 08/08/2024] [Indexed: 09/05/2024] Open
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Dengue virus (DENV) gains genetic mutations during continuous transmission and evolution, making the virus more adaptive and virulent. The clade of DENV-1 genotype I has expanded and become the predominant genotype in Asia and the Pacific areas, but the underlying mechanisms are unclear. A combined analysis of nonsynonymous mutations in domain III of the envelope protein and their biological effects on virus pathogenesis and transmission was evaluated. Phylogenetic analyses found three nonsynonymous mutations (V324I, V351L, and V380I) in domain III of the envelope protein, which emerged in 1970s-1990s and stably inherited and expanded in contemporary strains after 2000. We generated reverse-mutated viruses (I324V, L351V, and I380V) based on an infectious clone of an epidemic DENV-1 strain (NIID02-20), and the results suggested that the infectivity of the contemporary epidemic virus (wild type, WT) has increased compared to the reverse mutant viruses in mammalian hosts but not mosquito vectors. The WT virus showed a higher binding affinity to host cells and increased virion stability. In addition, weaker immunogenicity and higher resistance to neutralizing antibodies of the WT virus indicated a trend of immune escape. The data suggested that nonsynonymous mutations of the E protein (V324I, V351L, and V380I) promote infectivity and immune evasion of DENV-1 genotype I, which may facilitate its onward transmission on a global scale. IMPORTANCE We provide evidence that minor sequence variation among dengue virus (DENV) strains can result in increased adaptability and virulence, impacting both the biology of the virus and the antiviral immune response. The genetic mutations of DENV-1 gained during continuous transmission and evolution will offer new clues for the design of novel vaccines against flaviviruses.
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- Tao Jiang
- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Infection and Immunity, Institutes of Biology and Medical Sciences, Soochow University, Suzhou, China
- MOE Key Laboratory of Geriatric Diseases and Immunology, Institutes of Biology and Medical Sciences, Soochow University, Suzhou, China
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- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Infection and Immunity, Institutes of Biology and Medical Sciences, Soochow University, Suzhou, China
- MOE Key Laboratory of Geriatric Diseases and Immunology, Institutes of Biology and Medical Sciences, Soochow University, Suzhou, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Institute of Public Health, Guangdong Provincial Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Guangzhou, China
- School of Public Health, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Institute of Public Health, Guangdong Provincial Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Guangzhou, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Institute of Public Health, Guangdong Provincial Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Guangzhou, China
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- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Infection and Immunity, Institutes of Biology and Medical Sciences, Soochow University, Suzhou, China
- MOE Key Laboratory of Geriatric Diseases and Immunology, Institutes of Biology and Medical Sciences, Soochow University, Suzhou, China
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- Tsinghua-Peking Center for Life Sciences, School of Medicine, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China
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- School of Medicine, Kobilka Institute of Innovative Drug Discovery, the Chinese University of Hong Kong (Shenzhen), Shenzhen, China
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- School of Medicine, Kobilka Institute of Innovative Drug Discovery, the Chinese University of Hong Kong (Shenzhen), Shenzhen, China
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- Tsinghua-Peking Center for Life Sciences, School of Medicine, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China
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- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Infection and Immunity, Institutes of Biology and Medical Sciences, Soochow University, Suzhou, China
- MOE Key Laboratory of Geriatric Diseases and Immunology, Institutes of Biology and Medical Sciences, Soochow University, Suzhou, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Institute of Public Health, Guangdong Provincial Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Guangzhou, China
- School of Public Health, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
- School of Public Health, Nanfang Medical University, Guangzhou, China
- Department of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, School of Medicine, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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Tu T, Yang J, Xiao H, Zuo Y, Tao X, Ran Y, Yuan Y, Ye S, He Y, Wang Z, Tang W, Liu Q, Ji H, Li Z. Spatiotemporal analysis of imported and local dengue virus and cases in a metropolis in Southwestern China, 2013-2022. Acta Trop 2024; 257:107308. [PMID: 38945422 DOI: 10.1016/j.actatropica.2024.107308] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2024] [Revised: 06/19/2024] [Accepted: 06/28/2024] [Indexed: 07/02/2024]
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Dengue fever is a viral illness, mainly transmitted by Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus. With climate change and urbanisation, more urbanised areas are becoming suitable for the survival and reproduction of dengue vector, consequently are becoming suitable for dengue transmission in China. Chongqing, a metropolis in southwestern China, has recently been hit by imported and local dengue fever, experiencing its first local outbreak in 2019. However, the genetic evolution dynamics of dengue viruses and the spatiotemporal patterns of imported and local dengue cases have not yet been elucidated. Hence, this study implemented phylogenetic analyses using genomic data of dengue viruses in 2019 and 2023 and a spatiotemporal analysis of dengue cases collected from 2013 to 2022. We sequenced a total of 15 nucleotide sequences of E genes. The dengue viruses formed separate clusters and were genetically related to those from Guangdong Province, China, and countries in Southeast Asia, including Laos, Thailand, Myanmar and Cambodia. Chongqing experienced a dengue outbreak in 2019 when 168 imported and 1,243 local cases were reported, mainly in September and October. Few cases were reported in 2013-2018, and only six were imported from 2020 to 2022 due to the COVID-19 lockdowns. Our findings suggest that dengue prevention in Chongqing should focus on domestic and overseas population mobility, especially in the Yubei and Wanzhou districts, where airports and railway stations are located, and the period between August and October when dengue outbreaks occur in endemic regions. Moreover, continuous vector monitoring should be implemented, especially during August-October, which would be useful for controlling the Aedes mosquitoes. This study is significant for defining Chongqing's appropriate dengue prevention and control strategies.
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- Taotian Tu
- The First Batch of Key Disciplines On Public Health in Chongqing, Chongqing Municipal Key Laboratory for High Pathogenic Microbes, Chongqing Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Chongqing, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Pathogen Microbiology and Immunology, Institute of Microbiology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China
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- The First Batch of Key Disciplines On Public Health in Chongqing, Chongqing Municipal Key Laboratory for High Pathogenic Microbes, Chongqing Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Chongqing, China
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- Key Laboratory of Land Surface Pattern and Simulation, Institute of Geographic Sciences and Natural Resources Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China; School of Soil and Water Conservation, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing, China
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- Shapingba District Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Chongqing, China
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- Yubei District Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Chongqing, China
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- The First Batch of Key Disciplines On Public Health in Chongqing, Chongqing Municipal Key Laboratory for High Pathogenic Microbes, Chongqing Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Chongqing, China
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- The First Batch of Key Disciplines On Public Health in Chongqing, Chongqing Municipal Key Laboratory for High Pathogenic Microbes, Chongqing Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Chongqing, China
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- The First Batch of Key Disciplines On Public Health in Chongqing, Chongqing Municipal Key Laboratory for High Pathogenic Microbes, Chongqing Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Chongqing, China
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- The First Batch of Key Disciplines On Public Health in Chongqing, Chongqing Municipal Key Laboratory for High Pathogenic Microbes, Chongqing Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Chongqing, China
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- The First Batch of Key Disciplines On Public Health in Chongqing, Chongqing Municipal Key Laboratory for High Pathogenic Microbes, Chongqing Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Chongqing, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Infectious Disease Prevention and Control, National Institute for Communicable Disease Control and Prevention, Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Beijing, China
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- The First Batch of Key Disciplines On Public Health in Chongqing, Chongqing Municipal Key Laboratory for High Pathogenic Microbes, Chongqing Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Chongqing, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Land Surface Pattern and Simulation, Institute of Geographic Sciences and Natural Resources Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China.
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Kim DY, Hii J, Chareonviriyaphap T. Air-Drying Time Affects Mortality of Pyrethroid-Susceptible Aedes aegypti Exposed to Transfluthrin-Treated Filter Papers. INSECTS 2024; 15:616. [PMID: 39194820 DOI: 10.3390/insects15080616] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2024] [Revised: 08/09/2024] [Accepted: 08/13/2024] [Indexed: 08/29/2024]
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Increasing temperature can enhance the geographical spread and behavior of disease vector mosquitoes, exposing vulnerable populations to Aedes-borne viruses and infections. To address this risk, cost-effective and sustained intervention vector control tools are required, such as volatile pyrethroid spatial repellents. This study used a high-throughput screening system toxicity bioassay to determine the discriminating concentrations of transfluthrin-treated filter papers with variable air-drying times exposed to pyrethroid-susceptible Aedes aegypti mosquitoes. At the highest transfluthrin concentration (0.01706%), a significant reduction in mosquito mortality was observed in filter papers air-dried for 24 h compared to those air-dried for 1 h (odds ratio = 0.390, p < 0.001, 95% confidence interval: 0.23-0.66). Conversely, no significant difference in mortality was found between filter papers air-dried for 1 h and those air-dried for 12 h (odds ratio = 0.646, p = 0.107, 95% confidence interval: 0.38-1.10). The discriminating concentration was 2.8-fold higher for transfluthrin-treated filter papers air-dried for 24 h than it was for papers air-dried for 1 h, and it increased 5-fold from 1 h to 336 h of air-drying. These results show that the optimal air-drying period of transfluthrin-treated filter paper is critical, as higher discriminating concentration values may lead to underestimations of insecticide resistance. The instability of transfluthrin-treated papers necessitates the use of the World Health Organization (WHO) bottle bioassay, which is the preferred method for determining mosquito susceptibility to volatile insecticides.
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- Dae-Yun Kim
- Department of Entomology, Faculty of Agriculture, Kasetsart University, Bangkok 10900, Thailand
- Research and Lifelong Learning Center for Urban and Environmental Entomology, Institute for Advanced Studies, Kasetsart University, Bangkok 10900, Thailand
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- College of Public Health, Medical & Veterinary Sciences, James Cook University, Brisbane, QL 4000, Australia
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- Department of Entomology, Faculty of Agriculture, Kasetsart University, Bangkok 10900, Thailand
- Research and Lifelong Learning Center for Urban and Environmental Entomology, Institute for Advanced Studies, Kasetsart University, Bangkok 10900, Thailand
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Soto-López JD, Barrios-Izás MA, Vieira Lista MC, Muro A. Role of Non-Residential Larval Habitats in Aedes Spatiotemporal Egg Production. Life (Basel) 2024; 14:1013. [PMID: 39202755 PMCID: PMC11355553 DOI: 10.3390/life14081013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2024] [Revised: 07/22/2024] [Accepted: 08/13/2024] [Indexed: 09/03/2024] Open
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Aedes mosquitoes play a pivotal role as vectors of several arboviral diseases, presenting significant public health challenges worldwide. Their invasive success in tropical regions has raised substantial medical concerns. In Guatemala, Aedes mosquitoes are widely distributed and are the primary vectors of the dengue virus. Efforts to control and monitor Aedes populations have evolved over time, incorporating strategies such as spatial repellents, larvicides, genetic modifications, and targeted interventions. Previous research has shown the heterogeneous spatial-temporal distribution of these mosquitoes within each season, influenced by temperature variations and favorable environmental conditions for breeding. This study analyzed hot-spot patterns of spatiotemporal egg density in Santa Elena de la Cruz, Petén, Guatemala, from March to September 2022. The aim was to determine whether these patterns were influenced by non-residential larval habitats with plant cover that are not treated by healthcare entities, as well as the proximity between such habitats. Our findings include the collection and registration of over 16,000 Aedes eggs during the study period. Local analyses revealed hot-spot patterns in egg densities associated with non-residential larval habitats and their proximity. These insights highlight critical focal points where targeted interventions could be implemented more effectively, resulting in cost-efficient mosquito vector control.
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- Julio D. Soto-López
- Infectious and Tropical Diseases Research Group (e-INTRO), Biomedical Research Institute of Salamanca-Research Centre for Tropical Diseases (IBSAL-CIETUS), Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Salamanca, 37008 Salamanca, Spain; (J.D.S.-L.); (M.C.V.L.)
- Research Institute, University Center of Zacapa, University of San Carlos of Guatemala, Zacapa 01019, Guatemala;
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- Research Institute, University Center of Zacapa, University of San Carlos of Guatemala, Zacapa 01019, Guatemala;
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- Infectious and Tropical Diseases Research Group (e-INTRO), Biomedical Research Institute of Salamanca-Research Centre for Tropical Diseases (IBSAL-CIETUS), Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Salamanca, 37008 Salamanca, Spain; (J.D.S.-L.); (M.C.V.L.)
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- Infectious and Tropical Diseases Research Group (e-INTRO), Biomedical Research Institute of Salamanca-Research Centre for Tropical Diseases (IBSAL-CIETUS), Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Salamanca, 37008 Salamanca, Spain; (J.D.S.-L.); (M.C.V.L.)
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Liang Y, Dai X. The global incidence and trends of three common flavivirus infections (Dengue, yellow fever, and Zika) from 2011 to 2021. Front Microbiol 2024; 15:1458166. [PMID: 39206366 PMCID: PMC11349664 DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2024.1458166] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2024] [Accepted: 07/31/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024] Open
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Background Flavivirus pose a continued threat to global health, yet their worldwide burden and trends remain poorly quantified. We aimed to evaluate the global, regional, and national incidence of three common flavivirus infections (Dengue, yellow fever, and Zika) from 2011 to 2021. Methods Data on the number and rate of incidence for the three common flavivirus infection in 204 countries and territories were retrieved from the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors Study (GBD) 2021. The estimated annual percent change (EAPC) was calculated to quantify the temporal trend during 2011-2016, 2016-2019, and 2019-2021, respectively. Results In 2021, an estimated 59,220,428 individuals were infected globally, comprising 58,964,185 cases of dengue, 86,509 cases of yellow fever, and 169,734 cases of Zika virus infection. The age-standardized incidence rate (ASIR) of the three common flavivirus infections increased by an annual average of 5.08% (95% CI 4.12 to 6.05) globally from 2011 to 2016, whereas decreased by an annual average of -8.37% (95% CI -12.46 to -4.08) per year between 2016 to 2019. The ASIR remained stable during 2019-2021, with an average change of 0.69% (95% CI -0.96 to 2.37) per year globally for the three common flavivirus infections. Regionally, the burden of the three common flavivirus infections was primarily concentrated in those regions with middle income, such as South Asia, Southeast Asia, and Tropical Latin America. Additionally, at the country level, there was an inverted "U" relationship between the SDI level and the ASI. Notably, an increase in the average age of infected cases has been observed worldwide, particularly in higher-income regions. Conclusion Flavivirus infections are an expanding public health concern worldwide, with considerable regional and demographic variation in the incidence. Policymakers and healthcare providers must stay vigilant regarding the impact of COVID-19 and other environmental factors on the risk of flavivirus infection and be prepared for potential future outbreaks.
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- Yuanhao Liang
- Clinical Experimental Center, Jiangmen Engineering Technology Research Center of Clinical Biobank and Translational Research, Jiangmen Central Hospital, Jiangmen, China
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- Department of Stomatology, Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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Iqtadar S, Akram J, Khan A. The Urgent Need for Dengue Vaccination: Combating an Escalating Public Health Crisis in Pakistan. Vaccines (Basel) 2024; 12:913. [PMID: 39204037 PMCID: PMC11360665 DOI: 10.3390/vaccines12080913] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2024] [Revised: 07/23/2024] [Accepted: 07/24/2024] [Indexed: 09/03/2024] Open
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Dengue fever, caused by the dengue virus (DENV), poses a significant global health threat, with a dramatic increase in cases driven by climate change, urbanization, and mosquito resistance. In Pakistan, a country with a population of 240 million, the world's fifth largest, dengue has emerged as an escalating public health crisis, with seasonal outbreaks severely straining the healthcare system. Despite decades of vector control efforts, there has not been much success, necessitating the introduction of dengue vaccination to boost population immunity. Recent advancements in vaccine development demonstrate promising efficacy and safety profiles, even in dengue-naive individuals. Implementing a dengue vaccination program in Pakistan could significantly reduce the disease burden, lower healthcare costs, and prevent future outbreaks. Integrating vaccination with existing public health initiatives can achieve high coverage and improve overall public health outcomes.
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- Somia Iqtadar
- Dengue Expert Advisory Group, Lahore 54000, Pakistan;
- Department of Medicine, King Edward Medical University, Lahore 54000, Pakistan
- Pakistan Society of Internal Medicine (PSIM), Lahore 54000, Pakistan;
- Asia Dengue Voice & Action Next Generation (ADVA NexGen) Group, 8 Fleming Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong, China
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- Pakistan Society of Internal Medicine (PSIM), Lahore 54000, Pakistan;
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- Pakistan Society of Internal Medicine (PSIM), Lahore 54000, Pakistan;
- Department of Oncology, University of Oxford, Oxford OX3 7DQ, UK
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Rothen DA, Dutta SK, Krenger PS, Vogt ACS, Lieknina I, Sobczak JM, Osterhaus ADME, Mohsen MO, Vogel M, Martina B, Tars K, Bachmann MF. Preclinical Evaluation of Novel Sterically Optimized VLP-Based Vaccines against All Four DENV Serotypes. Vaccines (Basel) 2024; 12:874. [PMID: 39204000 PMCID: PMC11359203 DOI: 10.3390/vaccines12080874] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2024] [Revised: 07/25/2024] [Accepted: 07/26/2024] [Indexed: 09/03/2024] Open
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Over the past few decades, dengue fever has emerged as a significant global health threat, affecting tropical and moderate climate regions. Current vaccines have practical limitations, there is a strong need for safer, more effective options. This study introduces novel vaccine candidates covering all four dengue virus (DENV) serotypes using virus-like particles (VLPs), a proven vaccine platform. The dengue virus envelope protein domain III (EDIII), the primary target of DENV-neutralizing antibodies, was either genetically fused or chemically coupled to bacteriophage-derived AP205-VLPs. To facilitate the incorporation of the large EDIII domain, AP205 monomers were dimerized, resulting in sterically optimized VLPs with 90 N- and C-termini. These vaccines induced high-affinity/avidity antibody titers in mice, and confirmed their protective potential by neutralizing different DENV serotypes in vitro. Administration of a tetravalent vaccine induced high neutralizing titers against all four serotypes without producing enhancing antibodies, at least not against DENV2. In conclusion, the vaccine candidates, especially when administered in a combined fashion, exhibit intriguing properties for potential use in the field, and exploring the possibility of conducting a preclinical challenge model to verify protection would be a logical next step.
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- Dominik A. Rothen
- Department of BioMedical Research, University of Bern, 3008 Bern, Switzerland (M.F.B.)
- Department of Immunology RIA, University Hospital Bern, 3010 Bern, Switzerland
- Graduate School of Cellular and Biomedical Sciences, University of Bern, 3012 Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of BioMedical Research, University of Bern, 3008 Bern, Switzerland (M.F.B.)
- Department of Immunology RIA, University Hospital Bern, 3010 Bern, Switzerland
- Graduate School of Cellular and Biomedical Sciences, University of Bern, 3012 Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of BioMedical Research, University of Bern, 3008 Bern, Switzerland (M.F.B.)
- Department of Immunology RIA, University Hospital Bern, 3010 Bern, Switzerland
- Graduate School of Cellular and Biomedical Sciences, University of Bern, 3012 Bern, Switzerland
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- Latvian Biomedical Research & Study Centre, Ratsupites iela 1, LV 1067 Riga, Latvia
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- Department of BioMedical Research, University of Bern, 3008 Bern, Switzerland (M.F.B.)
- Department of Immunology RIA, University Hospital Bern, 3010 Bern, Switzerland
- Graduate School of Cellular and Biomedical Sciences, University of Bern, 3012 Bern, Switzerland
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- Research Center for Emerging Infections and Zoonoses, University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover, 30559 Hannover, Germany
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- Department of BioMedical Research, University of Bern, 3008 Bern, Switzerland (M.F.B.)
- Department of Immunology RIA, University Hospital Bern, 3010 Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of BioMedical Research, University of Bern, 3008 Bern, Switzerland (M.F.B.)
- Department of Immunology RIA, University Hospital Bern, 3010 Bern, Switzerland
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- Latvian Biomedical Research & Study Centre, Ratsupites iela 1, LV 1067 Riga, Latvia
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- Department of BioMedical Research, University of Bern, 3008 Bern, Switzerland (M.F.B.)
- Department of Immunology RIA, University Hospital Bern, 3010 Bern, Switzerland
- Jenner Institute, Nuffield Department of Medicine, University of Oxford, Oxford OX3 7DQ, UK
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Jameson SB, Vaughan LD, de Verges JE, Carter BH, Dobek GL, Londoño-Renteria B, Wesson DM. Electropenetrography with Alternating Current Reveals In Situ Changes of Aedes aegypti Probing Behaviors Associated with Dengue Virus Infection. Comp Med 2024; 74:284-294. [PMID: 39074957 PMCID: PMC11373679 DOI: 10.30802/aalas-cm-24-030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/31/2024]
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Human infection with dengue virus (DENV) results in significant morbidity and mortality around the world. Current methods to investigate virus-associated changes in insect feeding behaviors are largely restricted to video analysis of feeding events outside of the host or intravital microscopy. Electropenetrography, a method originally developed for plant-feeding insects, offers a promising alternative by allowing high-resolution recording of voltage changes across the insect bite interface. We compared recordings from DENV-infected Aedes aegypti mosquitoes feeding on uninfected mice and uninfected A. aegypti feeding on DENV-infected mice to controls of uninfected A. aegypti feeding on uninfected mice. We found significant mosquito behavioral changes in both DENV-infected groups compared with controls including longer feeding times and longer preingestion probing events for A. aegypti feeding on DENV-infected mice and a higher number of sequential probing events in DENV-infected A. aegypti feeding on uninfected mice. By recording mosquito feeding and probing events beneath the surface of the skin, we have been able to both confirm and add new dimensions to previous findings regarding DENV-associated behavior changes in A. aegypti. This provides a foundation for increasingly in-depth studies focusing on the transmission of the DENV between vectors and hosts.
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- Samuel B Jameson
- Department of Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease, Tulane University, New Orleans, Louisiana; Vector-Borne Infectious Disease Research Center, Tulane University, New Orleans, Louisiana
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- Department of Comparative Medicine, Tulane University, New Orleans, Louisiana
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- Department of Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease, Tulane University, New Orleans, Louisiana; Vector-Borne Infectious Disease Research Center, Tulane University, New Orleans, Louisiana
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- Department of Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease, Tulane University, New Orleans, Louisiana; Vector-Borne Infectious Disease Research Center, Tulane University, New Orleans, Louisiana
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- Department of Comparative Medicine, Tulane University, New Orleans, Louisiana
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- Department of Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease, Tulane University, New Orleans, Louisiana; Vector-Borne Infectious Disease Research Center, Tulane University, New Orleans, Louisiana
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- Department of Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease, Tulane University, New Orleans, Louisiana; Vector-Borne Infectious Disease Research Center, Tulane University, New Orleans, Louisiana
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Flannagan J, Davison KL, Reynolds C, Brailsford SR. Determining the strength of evidence for an association between sexual indicators and risk of acquiring HIV and sexulaly transmitted infections: Providing evidence for blood donation policy change. Transfus Med 2024. [PMID: 39039735 DOI: 10.1111/tme.13062] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2023] [Revised: 04/18/2024] [Accepted: 06/16/2024] [Indexed: 07/24/2024]
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In 2019 the For The Assessment Of Individualised Risk (FAIR) project began a review of UK blood donor selection policy to determine if a more individualised approach to donor selection could be safely implemented. An evidence base was required to inform selection policy to move from a population to a more individual based policy, specifically what sexual behaviours/indicators should be considered as screening questions to maintain the safety of the blood supply. Eight sexual behaviours/indicators were reviewed: history of bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs), chemsex, number of recent partners, condom use, type of sex, sexual health service (SHS) attendance, new sexual partner and exclusivity. We conducted searches in multiple databases to identify literature looking at the association between these behaviours/indicators and HIV/STI acquisition risk. A scoring system to determine strength of evidence was devised and applied to papers that passed screening. Key studies were identified which achieved the maximum score and more in-depth reviews were conducted for these. We identified 58 studies, including 17 key studies. Strong evidence was found linking a previous bacterial STI, chemsex and increasing numbers of sexual partners to acquisition risk. Condom use, type of sex and new partners were found to have some strength of evidence for this link. SHS attendance and exclusivity had minimal evidence. We recommended that the behaviours/indicators viewed as having strong or some strength of evidence should be considered as screening questions in a more individualised approach to donor selection criteria.
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Chen Y, Li Y, Lu L, Zou P. Zafirlukast, as a viral inactivator, potently inhibits infection of several flaviviruses, including Zika virus, dengue virus, and yellow fever virus. Antimicrob Agents Chemother 2024; 68:e0016824. [PMID: 38809067 PMCID: PMC11232407 DOI: 10.1128/aac.00168-24] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2024] [Accepted: 05/02/2024] [Indexed: 05/30/2024] Open
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Zika virus (ZIKV) is one of the mosquito-borne flaviviruses that exhibits a unique tropism to nervous systems and is associated with Guillain-Barre syndrome and congenital Zika syndrome (CZS). Dengue virus (DENV) and yellow fever virus (YFV), the other two mosquito-borne flaviviruses, have also been circulating for a long time and cause severe diseases, such as dengue hemorrhagic fever and yellow fever, respectively. However, there are no safe and effective antiviral drugs approved for the treatment of infections or coinfections of these flaviviruses. Here, we found that zafirlukast, a pregnancy-safe leukotriene receptor antagonist, exhibited potent antiviral activity against infections of ZIKV strains from different lineages in different cell lines, as well as against infections of DENV-2 and YFV 17D. Mechanistic studies demonstrated that zafirlukast directly and irreversibly inactivated these flaviviruses by disrupting the integrity of the virions, leading to the loss of viral infectivity, hence inhibiting the entry step of virus infection. Considering its efficacy against flaviviruses, its safety for pregnant women, and its neuroprotective effect, zafirlukast is a promising candidate for prophylaxis and treatment of infections or coinfections of ZIKV, DENV, and YFV, even in pregnant women.
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- Yongkang Chen
- Shanghai Public Health Clinical Center, Key Laboratory of Medical Molecular Virology (MOE/NHC/CAMS), Shanghai Institute of Infectious Disease and Biosecurity, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Public Health Clinical Center, Key Laboratory of Medical Molecular Virology (MOE/NHC/CAMS), Shanghai Institute of Infectious Disease and Biosecurity, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Public Health Clinical Center, Key Laboratory of Medical Molecular Virology (MOE/NHC/CAMS), Shanghai Institute of Infectious Disease and Biosecurity, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Public Health Clinical Center, Key Laboratory of Medical Molecular Virology (MOE/NHC/CAMS), Shanghai Institute of Infectious Disease and Biosecurity, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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Das B, Datta S, Vanlalhmuaka, Reddy PVB. Comprehensive evaluation on progressive development strategies in DENV surveillance and monitoring infection rate among vector population. J Vector Borne Dis 2024; 61:327-339. [PMID: 39374492 DOI: 10.4103/jvbd.jvbd_86_23] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2023] [Accepted: 02/05/2024] [Indexed: 10/09/2024] Open
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The elevated rise in dengue infection rate has been a health burden worldwide and it will continue to impact global health for years to come. Accumulated literature holds accountable the geographical expansion of the mosquito species transmitting the dengue virus DENV. The frequency of this viral disease outbreaks has increased rapidly in the recent years, owing to various geo-climatic and anthropological activities. Due to scarcity of any effective control measures, there has been a continuous traceable rise in mortality and morbidity rates. However, it has been reported that the spate of incidences is directly related to density of the virus infected vector (mosquito) population in a given region. In such a scenario, systems capable of detecting virus infected vector population would aid in estimating prediction of outbreak, as well as provide time to deploy suitable management strategies for vector control, and to break the vector-human transmission chain. This would also help in identifying areas, where much improvement is needed for vector management. To this context, we illustrate an exhaustive overview of both gold standards and as well as emerging advents for sensitive and specific mosquito population strategized viral detection technologies. We summarize the cutting-edge technologies and the challenges faced in pioneering to field application. Regardless the proven popularity of the gold standards for detection purpose, they offer certain limitations. Thus with the surge in the infection rate globally, approaches for development of newer advancements and technique upgradation to arrest the infection escalation and for early detection as a part of vector management should be prioritized.
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- Bidisha Das
- Entomology and Biothreat Management Division, Defence Research Laboratory, Tezpur, Assam, India
- Department of Life Science & Bio-Informatics, Assam University Diphu Campus, Diphu, Assam, India
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- Entomology and Biothreat Management Division, Defence Research Laboratory, Tezpur, Assam, India
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- Entomology and Biothreat Management Division, Defence Research Laboratory, Tezpur, Assam, India
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Rauhöft L, Șuleșco T, Martins Afonso SM, Schmidt-Chanasit J, Jöst H, Sauer FG, Lühken R. Large-scale performance assessment of the BG-Counter 2 used with two different mosquito traps. Parasit Vectors 2024; 17:273. [PMID: 38937756 PMCID: PMC11209956 DOI: 10.1186/s13071-024-06338-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2024] [Accepted: 05/30/2024] [Indexed: 06/29/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Mosquitoes are important vectors of pathogens. They are usually collected with CO2-baited traps and subsequently identified by morphology. This procedure is very time-consuming. Automatic counting traps could facilitate timely evaluation of the local risk for mosquito-borne pathogen transmission or decision-making on vector control measures, but the counting accuracy of such devices has rarely been validated in the field. METHODS The Biogents (BG)-Counter 2 automatically counts mosquitoes by discriminating the size of captured objects directly in the field and transmits the data to a cloud server. To assess the accuracy of this counting device, 27 traps were placed at 19 sampling sites across Germany and used in daily, weekly or bimonthly intervals from April until October 2021. The BG-Counter 2 was attached to a CO2-trap (BG-Pro trap = CO2-Pro) and the same trap was converted to also attract gravid mosquitoes (upside-down BG-Pro trap with a water container beneath = CO2-Pro-gravid). All captured mosquitoes were identified by morphology. The number of females (unfed and gravid), mosquito diversity and the number of identified specimens in relation to the counting data of the BG-Counter were compared between the two trapping devices to evaluate sampling success and counting accuracy. RESULTS In total 26,714 mosquitoes were collected during 854 trap days. The CO2-Pro-gravid trap captured significantly more mosquitoes per trap day for all specimens, gravid females and non-gravid females, while there was no difference in the mosquito diversity. The linear model with the captured mosquitoes as a response and the counted specimens as a predictor explained only a small degree of the variation within the data (R2 = 0.16), but per individual trap the value could reach up to 0.62 (mean R2 = 0.23). The counting accuracy for the daily samples had a significant positive correlation with sample size, resulting in higher accuracy for the CO2-Pro-gravid trap and higher accuracy for sites and sampling months with high mosquito abundance. CONCLUSIONS While the accuracy of the BG-Counter 2 is quite low, the device is able to depict mosquito phenology and provide information about local population dynamics.
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- Leif Rauhöft
- Bernhard Nocht Institute for Tropical Medicine, Hamburg, Germany.
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- Bernhard Nocht Institute for Tropical Medicine, Hamburg, Germany
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- Bernhard Nocht Institute for Tropical Medicine, Hamburg, Germany
- Faculty of Mathematics, Informatics and Natural Sciences, Universität Hamburg, 22609, Hamburg, Germany
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- Bernhard Nocht Institute for Tropical Medicine, Hamburg, Germany
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- Bernhard Nocht Institute for Tropical Medicine, Hamburg, Germany
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- Bernhard Nocht Institute for Tropical Medicine, Hamburg, Germany
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Bikangui R, Parkouda S, More A, Magossou Mbadinga MV, Boussoukou IPM, Ondo GN, Nkoma AMM, Adamou R, Honkpehedji YJ, Rossatanga EG, Ushijima Y, Abe H, Lell B, Dejon-Agobé JC, Yasuda J, Adegnika AA. Molecular surveillance for dengue serotypes among the population living in Moyen-Ogooué province, Gabon; evidence of the presence of dengue serotype 1. Virol J 2024; 21:141. [PMID: 38902719 PMCID: PMC11191199 DOI: 10.1186/s12985-024-02406-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2023] [Accepted: 06/04/2024] [Indexed: 06/22/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Despite dengue virus (DENV) outbreak in Gabon a decade ago, less is known on the potential circulation of DENV serotypes in the country. Previous studies conducted in some areas of the country, are limited to hospital-based surveys which reported the presence of some cases of serotype 2 and 3 seven years ago and more recently the serotype 1. As further investigation, we extend the survey to the community of Moyen Ogooué region with the aim to assess the presence of the dengue virus serotypes, additionally to characterize chikungunya (CHIKV) infection and describe the symptomatology associated with infections. METHOD A cross-sectional survey was conducted from April 2020 to March 2021. The study included participants of both sexes and any age one year and above, with fever or history of fever in the past seven days until blood collection. Eligible volunteers were clinically examined, and blood sample was collected for the detection of DENV and CHIKV using RT-qPCR. Positive samples were selected for the target sequencing. RESULTS A total of 579 volunteers were included. Their mean age (SD) was 20 (20) years with 55% of them being female. Four cases of DENV infection were diagnosed giving a prevalence of 0.7% (95%CI: 0.2-1.8) in our cohort while no case of CHIKV was detected. The common symptoms and signs presented by the DENV cases included fatigue, arthralgia myalgia, cough, and loss of appetite. DENV-1was the only virus detected by RT-qPCR. CONCLUSION Our results confirm the presence of active dengue infection in the region, particularly DENV-1, and could suggest the decline of DENV-2 and DENV-3. Continuous surveillance remains paramount to comprehensively describe the extent of dengue serotypes distribution in the Moyen-Ogooué region of Gabon.
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- Rodrigue Bikangui
- Centre de Recherches Médicales de Lambaréné (CERMEL), Lambaréné, Gabon.
- École doctorale régionale d'Afrique centrale en Infectiologie tropicale, Franceville, Gabon.
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- Centre de Recherches Médicales de Lambaréné (CERMEL), Lambaréné, Gabon
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- Centre de Recherches Médicales de Lambaréné (CERMEL), Lambaréné, Gabon
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- Centre de Recherches Médicales de Lambaréné (CERMEL), Lambaréné, Gabon
- Department of Parasitology, Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC), Leiden, The Netherlands
- Fondation pour la Recherche Scientifique (FORS), Cotonou, Benin
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- Department of Emerging Infectious Diseases, Institute of Tropical Medicine (NEKKEN), Nagasaki University, Nagasaki, Japan
- Division of Biomedical Science, Institute of Medicine, University of Tsukuba, Tsukuba, Japan
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- Department of Emerging Infectious Diseases, Institute of Tropical Medicine (NEKKEN), Nagasaki University, Nagasaki, Japan
- Institute of Tropical Medicine, Vietnam Research Station, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki, Japan
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- Centre de Recherches Médicales de Lambaréné (CERMEL), Lambaréné, Gabon
- Division of Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine, Department of Medicine 1, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Emerging Infectious Diseases, Institute of Tropical Medicine (NEKKEN), Nagasaki University, Nagasaki, Japan
- National Research Center for the Control and Prevention of Infectious Diseases (CCPID), Nagasaki University, Nagasaki, Japan
- Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki, Japan
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- Centre de Recherches Médicales de Lambaréné (CERMEL), Lambaréné, Gabon
- École doctorale régionale d'Afrique centrale en Infectiologie tropicale, Franceville, Gabon
- Department of Parasitology, Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC), Leiden, The Netherlands
- Fondation pour la Recherche Scientifique (FORS), Cotonou, Benin
- Institut für Tropenmedizin, Universität Tübingen, and German Center for Infection Research (DZIF), Tübingen, Germany
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Ouédraogo JCRP, Ilboudo S, Bado P, Compaoré TR, Tougma A, Nitiéma M, Zouré AA, Belemnaba L, Ouédraogo S, Savadogo LGB. Estimating dengue burden among family contacts through cluster investigation around probable cases in 2022 and 2023 in the Central Region, Burkina Faso. Infect Dis Poverty 2024; 13:45. [PMID: 38867325 PMCID: PMC11167875 DOI: 10.1186/s40249-024-01212-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2024] [Accepted: 05/31/2024] [Indexed: 06/14/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND In 2023, Burkina Faso experienced the largest dengue epidemic ever in Africa. This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of symptomatic, subclinical, and asymptomatic dengue and determine the associated factors among adult contacts of dengue in the Central Region, Burkina Faso. METHODS This cross-sectional study included contacts of dengue probable cases through cluster sampling in 2022-2023. These suspected cases that tested positive were identified from the five health facilities (Pissy CMA, Saaba CM, Kossodo CMA, Samandin CM, and Marcoussis CSPS) that reported the highest number of cases in 2021 per district. All participants underwent dengue and malaria rapid diagnostic tests (RDT). Samples positive for non-structural 1 protein antigen (AgNS1) and/or immunoglobulin M (IgM) were tested for serotype detection by reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR). Binary logistic regression was done to identify the determinants of asymptomatic, subclinical, and symptomatic dengue among contacts of probable dengue cases. RESULTS A total of 484 contacts were included, mostly in 2023 (75.2%). Most participants were females (58.6%), residing (24.3%) and passing their daytime (23.1%) in Saaba. The overall prevalence of dengue was estimated at 15.1% [95% confidence interval (CI): 12.0-18.6%], representing cases not seeking care in hospitals. Asymptomatic cases represented 2.9% (95% CI: 1.6-4.8%). Subclinical and symptomatic cases accounted for 6.0% (95% CI: 4.1-8.5%) and 6.2% (95% CI: 4.2-8.7%), respectively. Of the 58 samples tested by RT-PCR, 10 were confirmed for serotype 3 in 2023. Malaria cases were estimated at 5.6% (95% CI: 3.7-8.0%). After adjustment, participants claiming that a virus transmits dengue were likelier to have asymptomatic dengue [adjusted odds ratio (aOR) = 7.1, 95% CI: 2.4-21.0]. From the multivariable analysis, subclinical dengue was statistically associated with being included in the study in 2023 (aOR = 30.2, 95% CI: 2.0-455.5) and spending the daytime at Arrondissement 4 (aOR = 11.5, 95% CI: 1.0-131.0). After adjustment, symptomatic dengue was associated with living less than 50 m away from cultivated land (aOR = 2.8, 95% CI: 1.1-6.9) and living less than 50 m from a stretch of water (aOR = 0.1, 95% CI: 0.0-0.6). CONCLUSIONS The overall burden of dengue among populations not seeking care in hospitals was quite high, with few asymptomatic cases. Efforts to manage dengue cases should also target non-hospital cases and raise population awareness. The 2023 epidemic could be due to dengue virus (DENV)-3.
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- Jean Claude Romaric Pingdwindé Ouédraogo
- Drug Development Laboratory, African Centre of Excellence for Training, Research and Expertise in Drug Sciences, (LADME/CEA-CFOREM), Joseph Ki-Zerbo University, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso.
- Phytomedicines and Medicines Research and Development Laboratory (LR-D/PM), Research Institute for Health Sciences (IRSS)/ CNRST, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso.
- International Research Laboratory - Environment, Health, and Societies (IRL 3189, ESS), CNRST, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso.
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- Drug Development Laboratory, African Centre of Excellence for Training, Research and Expertise in Drug Sciences, (LADME/CEA-CFOREM), Joseph Ki-Zerbo University, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
- Phytomedicines and Medicines Research and Development Laboratory (LR-D/PM), Research Institute for Health Sciences (IRSS)/ CNRST, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
- International Research Laboratory - Environment, Health, and Societies (IRL 3189, ESS), CNRST, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
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- Pietro Annigoni Biomolecular Research Centre (CERBA), Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
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- Research Laboratory for Infectious and Parasitic Diseases (LR/MIP), Research Institute for Health Sciences (IRSS)/ CNRST, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
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- International Research Laboratory - Environment, Health, and Societies (IRL 3189, ESS), CNRST, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
- Joseph KI-ZERBO University/University Centre of Ziniaré, Ziniaré, Burkina Faso
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- Phytomedicines and Medicines Research and Development Laboratory (LR-D/PM), Research Institute for Health Sciences (IRSS)/ CNRST, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
- International Research Laboratory - Environment, Health, and Societies (IRL 3189, ESS), CNRST, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
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- Research Laboratory for Infectious and Parasitic Diseases (LR/MIP), Research Institute for Health Sciences (IRSS)/ CNRST, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
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- Drug Development Laboratory, African Centre of Excellence for Training, Research and Expertise in Drug Sciences, (LADME/CEA-CFOREM), Joseph Ki-Zerbo University, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
- Phytomedicines and Medicines Research and Development Laboratory (LR-D/PM), Research Institute for Health Sciences (IRSS)/ CNRST, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
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- Phytomedicines and Medicines Research and Development Laboratory (LR-D/PM), Research Institute for Health Sciences (IRSS)/ CNRST, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
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Kawiecki AB, Morrison AC, Barker CM. Spatial and temporal analysis on the impact of ultra-low volume indoor insecticide spraying on Aedes aegypti household density. Parasit Vectors 2024; 17:254. [PMID: 38863023 PMCID: PMC11165869 DOI: 10.1186/s13071-024-06308-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2024] [Accepted: 04/25/2024] [Indexed: 06/13/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Aedes aegypti is the primary mosquito vector for several arboviruses, such as dengue, chikungunya and Zika viruses, which cause frequent outbreaks of human disease in tropical and subtropical regions. Control of these outbreaks relies on vector control, commonly in the form of insecticide sprays that target adult female mosquitoes. However, the spatial coverage and frequency of sprays needed to optimize effectiveness are unclear. In this study, we characterize the effect of ultra-low-volume (ULV) indoor spraying of pyrethroid insecticides on Ae. aegypti abundance within households. We also evaluate the effects of spray events during recent time periods or in neighboring households. Improved understanding of the duration and distance of the impact of a spray intervention on Ae. aegypti populations can inform vector control interventions, in addition to modeling efforts that contrast vector control strategies. METHODS This project analyzes data from two large-scale experiments that involved six cycles of indoor pyrethroid spray applications in 2 years in the Amazonian city of Iquitos, Peru. We developed spatial multi-level models to disentangle the reduction in Ae. aegypti abundance that resulted from (i) recent ULV treatment within households and (ii) ULV treatment of adjacent or nearby households. We compared fits of models across a range of candidate weighting schemes for the spray effect, based on different temporal and spatial decay functions to understand lagged ULV effects. RESULTS Our results suggested that the reduction of Ae. aegypti in a household was mainly due to spray events occurring within the same household, with no additional effect of sprays that occurred in neighboring households. Effectiveness of a spray intervention should be measured based on time since the most recent spray event, as we found no cumulative effect of sequential sprays. Based on our model, we estimated the spray effect is reduced by 50% approximately 28 days after the spray event. CONCLUSIONS The reduction of Ae. aegypti in a household was mainly determined by the number of days since the last spray intervention in that same household, highlighting the importance of spray coverage in high-risk areas with a spray frequency determined by local viral transmission dynamics.
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- University of California Davis, Davis, CA, USA.
- Pacific Southwest Center of Excellence in Vector-Borne Diseases, University of California Davis, Davis, CA, USA.
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Vicco A, McCormack C, Pedrique B, Ribeiro I, Malavige GN, Dorigatti I. A scoping literature review of global dengue age-stratified seroprevalence data: estimating dengue force of infection in endemic countries. EBioMedicine 2024; 104:105134. [PMID: 38718682 PMCID: PMC11096825 DOI: 10.1016/j.ebiom.2024.105134] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2023] [Revised: 04/11/2024] [Accepted: 04/12/2024] [Indexed: 05/19/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Dengue poses a significant burden worldwide, and a more comprehensive understanding of the heterogeneity in the intensity of dengue transmission within endemic countries is necessary to evaluate the potential impact of public health interventions. METHODS This scoping literature review aimed to update a previous study of dengue transmission intensity by collating global age-stratified dengue seroprevalence data published in the Medline, Embase and Web of Science databases from 2014 to 2023. These data were then utilised to calibrate catalytic models and estimate the force of infection (FOI), which is the yearly per-capita risk of infection for a typical susceptible individual. FINDINGS We found a total of 66 new publications containing 219 age-stratified seroprevalence datasets across 30 endemic countries. Together with the previously available average FOI estimates, there are now more than 250 dengue average FOI estimates obtained from seroprevalence studies from across the world. INTERPRETATION The results show large heterogeneities in average dengue FOI both across and within countries. These new estimates can be used to inform ongoing modelling efforts to improve our understanding of the drivers of the heterogeneity in dengue transmission globally, which in turn can help inform the optimal implementation of public health interventions. FUNDING UK Medical Research Council, Wellcome Trust, Community Jameel, Drugs for Neglected Disease initiative (DNDi) funded by the French Development Agency, Médecins Sans Frontières International; Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation and UK aid.
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- Anna Vicco
- Department of Molecular Medicine, University of Padua, Padua, Italy; MRC Centre for Global Infectious Disease Analysis, School of Public Health, Jameel Institute, Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom.
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- MRC Centre for Global Infectious Disease Analysis, School of Public Health, Jameel Institute, Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Drugs for Neglected Diseases Initiative (DNDi), Geneva, Switzerland
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- Drugs for Neglected Diseases Initiative (DNDi), Geneva, Switzerland
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- MRC Centre for Global Infectious Disease Analysis, School of Public Health, Jameel Institute, Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom.
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Fraenkel S, Nabeshima T, Xayavong D, Nguyen TTN, Xu Q, Kapandji M, Yamao K, Balingit JC, Pandey BD, Morita K, Hasebe F, Ngwe Tun MM, Takamatsu Y. The Development of New Primer Sets for the Amplification and Sequencing of the Envelope Gene of All Dengue Virus Serotypes. Microorganisms 2024; 12:1092. [PMID: 38930474 PMCID: PMC11205395 DOI: 10.3390/microorganisms12061092] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2024] [Revised: 05/20/2024] [Accepted: 05/25/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024] Open
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Dengue virus (DENV) poses a significant threat to global health, infecting approximately 390 million people annually. This virus comprises four serotypes capable of causing severe disease. Genetic analyses are crucial for understanding the epidemiology, evolution, and spread of DENV. Although previous studies have focused on the envelope protein-coding (E) gene, only a few primers can efficiently detect and amplify the viral genes from multiple endemic countries simultaneously. In this study, we designed degenerate primer pairs for each DENV serotype to amplify and sequence the entire E gene, using globally representative sequences for each serotype. These primers were validated using DENV isolates from various Asian countries and demonstrated broad-spectrum detection capabilities and high-quality sequences. The primers provide effective tools for genetic analysis in the regions affected by dengue, aiding strain identification and epidemiological studies during outbreaks.
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- Stefania Fraenkel
- Department of Virology, Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM-NU), Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan; (S.F.); (T.N.); (D.X.); (T.T.N.N.); (Q.X.); (M.K.); (K.Y.); (J.C.B.); (B.D.P.); (K.M.); (F.H.); (M.M.N.T.)
- School of Tropical Medicine and Global Health (TMGH), Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan
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- Department of Virology, Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM-NU), Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan; (S.F.); (T.N.); (D.X.); (T.T.N.N.); (Q.X.); (M.K.); (K.Y.); (J.C.B.); (B.D.P.); (K.M.); (F.H.); (M.M.N.T.)
- Kenya Research Station, Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM-NU), Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan
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- Department of Virology, Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM-NU), Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan; (S.F.); (T.N.); (D.X.); (T.T.N.N.); (Q.X.); (M.K.); (K.Y.); (J.C.B.); (B.D.P.); (K.M.); (F.H.); (M.M.N.T.)
- Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan
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- Department of Virology, Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM-NU), Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan; (S.F.); (T.N.); (D.X.); (T.T.N.N.); (Q.X.); (M.K.); (K.Y.); (J.C.B.); (B.D.P.); (K.M.); (F.H.); (M.M.N.T.)
- Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan
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- Department of Virology, Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM-NU), Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan; (S.F.); (T.N.); (D.X.); (T.T.N.N.); (Q.X.); (M.K.); (K.Y.); (J.C.B.); (B.D.P.); (K.M.); (F.H.); (M.M.N.T.)
- Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan
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- Department of Virology, Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM-NU), Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan; (S.F.); (T.N.); (D.X.); (T.T.N.N.); (Q.X.); (M.K.); (K.Y.); (J.C.B.); (B.D.P.); (K.M.); (F.H.); (M.M.N.T.)
- Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan
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- Department of Virology, Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM-NU), Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan; (S.F.); (T.N.); (D.X.); (T.T.N.N.); (Q.X.); (M.K.); (K.Y.); (J.C.B.); (B.D.P.); (K.M.); (F.H.); (M.M.N.T.)
- Dental School, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8588, Japan
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- Department of Virology, Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM-NU), Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan; (S.F.); (T.N.); (D.X.); (T.T.N.N.); (Q.X.); (M.K.); (K.Y.); (J.C.B.); (B.D.P.); (K.M.); (F.H.); (M.M.N.T.)
- DEJIMA Infectious Disease Research Alliance, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan
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- Department of Virology, Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM-NU), Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan; (S.F.); (T.N.); (D.X.); (T.T.N.N.); (Q.X.); (M.K.); (K.Y.); (J.C.B.); (B.D.P.); (K.M.); (F.H.); (M.M.N.T.)
- DEJIMA Infectious Disease Research Alliance, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan
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- Department of Virology, Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM-NU), Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan; (S.F.); (T.N.); (D.X.); (T.T.N.N.); (Q.X.); (M.K.); (K.Y.); (J.C.B.); (B.D.P.); (K.M.); (F.H.); (M.M.N.T.)
- DEJIMA Infectious Disease Research Alliance, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan
- Center for Vaccines and Therapeutic Antibodies for Emerging Infectious Diseases, Shimane University, Izumo 690-8504, Japan
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- Department of Virology, Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM-NU), Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan; (S.F.); (T.N.); (D.X.); (T.T.N.N.); (Q.X.); (M.K.); (K.Y.); (J.C.B.); (B.D.P.); (K.M.); (F.H.); (M.M.N.T.)
- Vietnam Research Station, Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM-NU), Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan
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- Department of Virology, Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM-NU), Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan; (S.F.); (T.N.); (D.X.); (T.T.N.N.); (Q.X.); (M.K.); (K.Y.); (J.C.B.); (B.D.P.); (K.M.); (F.H.); (M.M.N.T.)
- DEJIMA Infectious Disease Research Alliance, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan
- Center for Vaccines and Therapeutic Antibodies for Emerging Infectious Diseases, Shimane University, Izumo 690-8504, Japan
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- Department of Virology, Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM-NU), Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan; (S.F.); (T.N.); (D.X.); (T.T.N.N.); (Q.X.); (M.K.); (K.Y.); (J.C.B.); (B.D.P.); (K.M.); (F.H.); (M.M.N.T.)
- Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan
- DEJIMA Infectious Disease Research Alliance, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki 852-8523, Japan
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Harish V, Colón-González FJ, Moreira FRR, Gibb R, Kraemer MUG, Davis M, Reiner RC, Pigott DM, Perkins TA, Weiss DJ, Bogoch II, Vazquez-Prokopec G, Saide PM, Barbosa GL, Sabino EC, Khan K, Faria NR, Hay SI, Correa-Morales F, Chiaravalloti-Neto F, Brady OJ. Human movement and environmental barriers shape the emergence of dengue. Nat Commun 2024; 15:4205. [PMID: 38806460 PMCID: PMC11133396 DOI: 10.1038/s41467-024-48465-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2024] [Accepted: 04/29/2024] [Indexed: 05/30/2024] Open
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Understanding how emerging infectious diseases spread within and between countries is essential to contain future pandemics. Spread to new areas requires connectivity between one or more sources and a suitable local environment, but how these two factors interact at different stages of disease emergence remains largely unknown. Further, no analytical framework exists to examine their roles. Here we develop a dynamic modelling approach for infectious diseases that explicitly models both connectivity via human movement and environmental suitability interactions. We apply it to better understand recently observed (1995-2019) patterns as well as predict past unobserved (1983-2000) and future (2020-2039) spread of dengue in Mexico and Brazil. We find that these models can accurately reconstruct long-term spread pathways, determine historical origins, and identify specific routes of invasion. We find early dengue invasion is more heavily influenced by environmental factors, resulting in patchy non-contiguous spread, while short and long-distance connectivity becomes more important in later stages. Our results have immediate practical applications for forecasting and containing the spread of dengue and emergence of new serotypes. Given current and future trends in human mobility, climate, and zoonotic spillover, understanding the interplay between connectivity and environmental suitability will be increasingly necessary to contain emerging and re-emerging pathogens.
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- Vinyas Harish
- Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
- Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
- Vector Institute for Artificial Intelligence, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Centre for the Mathematical Modelling of Infectious Diseases, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
- Department of Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Faculty of Epidemiology and Population Health, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
- Centre on Climate Change and Planetary Health, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
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- Medical Research Council Centre for Global Infectious Disease Analysis, Abdul Latif Jameel Institute for Disease and Emergency Analytics and Department of Infectious Disease Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Imperial College London, London, UK
- Departamento de Genética, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
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- Centre for the Mathematical Modelling of Infectious Diseases, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
- Department of Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Faculty of Epidemiology and Population Health, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
- Centre on Climate Change and Planetary Health, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
- Department of Genetics, Evolution and Environment, University College London, London, UK
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- Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
- Department of Health Metrics Sciences, School of Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
- Department of Health Metrics Sciences, School of Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Department of Biological Sciences, University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, IN, USA
- Eck Institute for Global Health, University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, IN, USA
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- Geospatial Health and Development, Telethon Kids Institute, Nedlands, WA, Australia
- Faculty of Health Sciences, Curtin University, Perth, WA, Australia
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- Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
- Divisions of General Internal Medicine and Infectious Diseases, Toronto General Hospital, University Health Network, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Pasteur Institute, State Secretary of Health of São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Institute of Tropical Medicine, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
- Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
- BlueDot, Toronto, ON, Canada
- Division of Infectious Diseases, St. Michael's Hospital, Unity Health Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
- Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute, Unity Health Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Departamento de Genética, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
- Institute of Tropical Medicine, Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
- Department of Health Metrics Sciences, School of Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Centro Nacional de Programas Preventivos y Control de Enfermedades (CENAPRECE) Secretaria de Salud Mexico, Ciudad de Mexico, Mexico
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- Centre for the Mathematical Modelling of Infectious Diseases, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK.
- Department of Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Faculty of Epidemiology and Population Health, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK.
- Centre on Climate Change and Planetary Health, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK.
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Zhu X, Wang S, Li Y, Cao Y, Su X, Zhao X. Epidemiological Characterization of Dengue Fever - Yunnan Province, China, 2010-2021. China CDC Wkly 2024; 6:457-462. [PMID: 38846359 PMCID: PMC11150168 DOI: 10.46234/ccdcw2024.088] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2024] [Accepted: 05/09/2024] [Indexed: 06/09/2024] Open
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Objective The goal of this study is to analyze the epidemiological patterns of dengue fever across different districts and counties in Yunnan Province from 2010 to 2021. Methods In this study, we employed joinpoint regression analysis, spatial autocorrelation analysis, and space-time scan analysis to illustrate the spatio-temporal propagation and demographic influence of dengue fever, using both graphical and tabular presentations to clearly demonstrate the findings. Results Yunnan Province reported 14,098 cases of dengue fever during the period from 2010 to 2021. Of these, 11,513 cases were caused by local transmission, 2,566 were imported internationally, and 19 were inter-provincial imports. Seasonal trends emerged, revealing a surge in incidences during the summer and autumn months. The sex ratio of male to female cases was 1:0.88, with a significant majority of 82.00% of cases involving individuals belonging to the age group of 15-60. Commercial service workers constituted the most impacted occupational group, forming 20.96% of total cases. A spatio-temporal scan identified significant clustering of dengue fever cases across space and time, with the most pronounced cluster observed in southern Yunnan, primarily between 2015 and 2019. Conclusions Dengue fever in Yunnan Province manifests as biennial outbreaks, underscoring the necessity for increased surveillance, particularly in counties bordering other regions.
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- Xiaoxiang Zhu
- National Key Laboratory of Intelligent Tracking and Forecasting for Infectious Diseases, Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Beijing, China
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- National Key Laboratory of Intelligent Tracking and Forecasting for Infectious Diseases, Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Beijing, China
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- National Key Laboratory of Intelligent Tracking and Forecasting for Infectious Diseases, Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Beijing, China
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- National Key Laboratory of Intelligent Tracking and Forecasting for Infectious Diseases, Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Beijing, China
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- National Key Laboratory of Intelligent Tracking and Forecasting for Infectious Diseases, Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Beijing, China
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- Yunnan Institute of Parasitic Diseases, Pu’er City, Yunnan Province, China
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Pedreañez A, Carrero Y, Vargas R, Hernández-Fonseca JP, Mosquera JA. Role of angiotensin II in cellular entry and replication of dengue virus. Arch Virol 2024; 169:121. [PMID: 38753119 DOI: 10.1007/s00705-024-06040-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2024] [Accepted: 02/19/2024] [Indexed: 05/21/2024]
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Previous studies have demonstrated the relevance of several soluble molecules in the pathogenesis of dengue. In this regard, a possible role for angiotensin II (Ang II) in the pathophysiology of dengue has been suggested by the observation of a blockade of Ang II in patients with dengue, increased expression of molecules related to Ang II production in the plasma of dengue patients, increased expression of circulating cytokines and soluble molecules related to the action of Ang II, and an apparent relationship between DENV, Ang II effects, and miRNAs. In addition, in ex vivo experiments, the blockade of Ang II AT1 receptor and ACE-1 (angiotensin converting enzyme 1), both of which are involved in Ang II production and its function, inhibits infection of macrophages by DENV, suggesting a role of Ang II in viral entry or in intracellular viral replication of the virus. Here, we discuss the possible mechanisms of Ang II in the entry and replication of DENV. Ang II has the functions of increasing the expression of DENV entry receptors, creation of clathrin-coated vesicles, and increasing phagocytosis, all of which are involved in DENV entry. This hormone also modulates the expression of the Rab5 and Rab7 proteins, which are important in the endosomal processing of DENV during viral replication. This review summarizes the data related to the possible involvement of Ang II in the entry of DENV into cells and its replication.
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- Adriana Pedreañez
- Cátedra de Inmunología, Escuela de Bioanálisis, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad del Zulia, Maracaibo, Venezuela
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- Instituto de Investigaciones Clínicas "Dr. Américo Negrette", Facultad de Medicina, Universidad del Zulia, Maracaibo, Venezuela
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- Instituto de Investigaciones Clínicas "Dr. Américo Negrette", Facultad de Medicina, Universidad del Zulia, Maracaibo, Venezuela
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- Instituto de Investigaciones Clínicas "Dr. Américo Negrette", Facultad de Medicina, Universidad del Zulia, Maracaibo, Venezuela
- Servicio de Microscopia Electrónica del Centro Nacional de Biotecnología (CNB- CSIC), Madrid, España
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- Instituto de Investigaciones Clínicas "Dr. Américo Negrette", Facultad de Medicina, Universidad del Zulia, Maracaibo, Venezuela.
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Chen Y, Xu Y, Wang L, Liang Y, Li N, Lourenço J, Yang Y, Lin Q, Wang L, Zhao H, Cazelles B, Song H, Liu Z, Wang Z, Brady OJ, Cauchemez S, Tian H. Indian Ocean temperature anomalies predict long-term global dengue trends. Science 2024; 384:639-646. [PMID: 38723095 DOI: 10.1126/science.adj4427] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2023] [Accepted: 04/09/2024] [Indexed: 05/31/2024]
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Despite identifying El Niño events as a factor in dengue dynamics, predicting the oscillation of global dengue epidemics remains challenging. Here, we investigate climate indicators and worldwide dengue incidence from 1990 to 2019 using climate-driven mechanistic models. We identify a distinct indicator, the Indian Ocean basin-wide (IOBW) index, as representing the regional average of sea surface temperature anomalies in the tropical Indian Ocean. IOBW is closely associated with dengue epidemics for both the Northern and Southern hemispheres. The ability of IOBW to predict dengue incidence likely arises as a result of its effect on local temperature anomalies through teleconnections. These findings indicate that the IOBW index can potentially enhance the lead time for dengue forecasts, leading to better-planned and more impactful outbreak responses.
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- Yuyang Chen
- State Key Laboratory of Remote Sensing Science, Center for Global Change and Public Health, Beijing Normal University, Beijing, China
- Yangtze Eco-Environment Engineering Research Center, China Three Gorges Corporation, Wuhan, China
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- School of National Safety and Emergency Management, Beijing Normal University, Zhuhai, China
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- Department of Genetics, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
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- State Key Laboratory of Remote Sensing Science, Center for Global Change and Public Health, Beijing Normal University, Beijing, China
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- School of National Safety and Emergency Management, Beijing Normal University, Zhuhai, China
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- Católica Biomedical Research Center, Católica Medical School, Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Lisbon, Portugal
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- State Key Laboratory of Remote Sensing Science, Center for Global Change and Public Health, Beijing Normal University, Beijing, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Remote Sensing Science, Center for Global Change and Public Health, Beijing Normal University, Beijing, China
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- Center of Disease Control and Prevention, PLA, Beijing, China
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- CMA Earth System Modeling and Prediction Centre, China Meteorological Administration, Beijing, China
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- Institut de Biologie de l'École Normale Supérieure UMR 8197, Eco-Evolutionary Mathematics, École Normale Supérieure, Paris, France
- Unité Mixte Internationnale 209, Mathematical and Computational Modeling of Complex Systems, Sorbonne Université, Paris, France
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- Center of Disease Control and Prevention, PLA, Beijing, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Remote Sensing Science, Center for Global Change and Public Health, Beijing Normal University, Beijing, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Remote Sensing Science, Center for Global Change and Public Health, Beijing Normal University, Beijing, China
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- Centre for the Mathematical Modelling of Infectious Diseases, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
- Department of Infectious Disease Epidemiology and Dynamics, Faculty of Epidemiology and Population Health, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
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- Mathematical Modelling of Infectious Diseases Unit, Institut Pasteur, Université Paris Cité, UMR2000, CNRS, Paris, France
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- State Key Laboratory of Remote Sensing Science, Center for Global Change and Public Health, Beijing Normal University, Beijing, China
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Martí MM, Castanha PMS, Barratt-Boyes SM. The Dynamic Relationship between Dengue Virus and the Human Cutaneous Innate Immune Response. Viruses 2024; 16:727. [PMID: 38793609 PMCID: PMC11125669 DOI: 10.3390/v16050727] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2024] [Revised: 04/26/2024] [Accepted: 05/02/2024] [Indexed: 05/26/2024] Open
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Dengue virus (DENV) is a continuing global threat that puts half of the world's population at risk for infection. This mosquito-transmitted virus is endemic in over 100 countries. When a mosquito takes a bloodmeal, virus is deposited into the epidermal and dermal layers of human skin, infecting a variety of permissive cells, including keratinocytes, Langerhans cells, macrophages, dermal dendritic cells, fibroblasts, and mast cells. In response to infection, the skin deploys an array of defense mechanisms to inhibit viral replication and prevent dissemination. Antimicrobial peptides, pattern recognition receptors, and cytokines induce a signaling cascade to increase transcription and translation of pro-inflammatory and antiviral genes. Paradoxically, this inflammatory environment recruits skin-resident mononuclear cells that become infected and migrate out of the skin, spreading virus throughout the host. The details of the viral-host interactions in the cutaneous microenvironment remain unclear, partly due to the limited body of research focusing on DENV in human skin. This review will summarize the functional role of human skin, the cutaneous innate immune response to DENV, the contribution of the arthropod vector, and the models used to study DENV interactions in the cutaneous environment.
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- Michelle M. Martí
- Department of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15260, USA; (M.M.M.); (P.M.S.C.)
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- Department of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15260, USA; (M.M.M.); (P.M.S.C.)
- Faculdade de Ciệncias Médicas, Universidade de Pernambuco, Recife 52171-011, Brazil
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- Department of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15260, USA; (M.M.M.); (P.M.S.C.)
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Frazer JL, Norton R. Dengue: A review of laboratory diagnostics in the vaccine age. J Med Microbiol 2024; 73. [PMID: 38722305 DOI: 10.1099/jmm.0.001833] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/30/2024] Open
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Background. Dengue is an important arboviral infection of considerable public health significance. It occurs in a wide global belt within a variety of tropical regions. The timely laboratory diagnosis of Dengue infection is critical to inform both clinical management and an appropriate public health response. Vaccination against Dengue virus is being introduced in some areas.Discussion. Appropriate diagnostic strategies will vary between laboratories depending on the available resources and skills. Diagnostic methods available include viral culture, the serological detection of Dengue-specific antibodies in using enzyme immunoassays (EIAs), microsphere immunoassays, haemagglutination inhibition or in lateral flow point of care tests. The results of antibody tests may be influenced by prior vaccination and exposure to other flaviviruses. The detection of non-structural protein 1 in serum (NS1) has improved the early diagnosis of Dengue and is available in point-of-care assays in addition to EIAs. Direct detection of viral RNA from blood by PCR is more sensitive than NS1 antigen detection but requires molecular skills and resources. An increasing variety of isothermal nucleic acid detection methods are in development. Timing of specimen collection and choice of test is critical to optimize diagnostic accuracy. Metagenomics and the direct detection by sequencing of viral RNA from blood offers the ability to rapidly type isolates for epidemiologic purposes.Conclusion. The impact of vaccination on immune response must be recognized as it will impact test interpretation and diagnostic algorithms.
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- Pathology Queensland, Townsville QLD, Australia
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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Modak A, Mishra SR, Awasthi M, Aravind A, Singh S, Sreekumar E. Fingolimod (FTY720), an FDA-approved sphingosine 1-phosphate (S1P) receptor agonist, restores endothelial hyperpermeability in cellular and animal models of dengue virus serotype 2 infection. IUBMB Life 2024; 76:267-285. [PMID: 38031996 DOI: 10.1002/iub.2795] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2023] [Accepted: 10/24/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023]
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Extensive vascular leakage and shock is a major cause of dengue-associated mortality. At present, there are no specific treatments available. Sphingolipid pathway is a key player in the endothelial barrier integrity; and is mediated through the five sphingosine-1-phosphate receptors (S1PR1-S1PR5). Signaling through S1PR2 promotes barrier disruption; and in Dengue virus (DENV)-infection, there is overexpression of this receptor. Fingolimod (FTY720) is a specific agonist that targets the remaining barrier-protective S1P receptors, without targeting S1PR2. In the present study, we explored whether FTY720 treatment can alleviate DENV-induced endothelial hyperpermeability. In functional assays, in both in vitro systems and in AG129 animal models, FTY720 treatment was found effective. Upon treatment, there was complete restoration of the monolayer integrity in DENV serotype 2-infected human microvascular endothelial cells (HMEC-1). At the molecular level, the treatment reversed activation of the S1P pathway. It significantly reduced the phosphorylation of the key molecules such as PTEN, RhoA, and VE-Cadherin; and also, the expression levels of S1PR2. In DENV2-infected AG129 mice treated with FTY720, there was significant improvement in weight gain, in overall clinical symptoms, and in survival. Whereas 100% of the DENV2-infected, untreated animals died by day-10 post-infection, 70% of the FTY720-treated animals were alive; and at the end of the 15-day post-infection observation period, 30% of them were still surviving. There was a significant reduction in the Evan's-blue dye permeability in the organs of FTY720-treated, DENV-2 infected animals; and also improvement in the hemogram, with complete restoration of thrombocytopenia and hepatic function. Our results show that the FDA-approved molecule Fingolimod (FTY720) is a promising therapeutic intervention in severe dengue.
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- Ayan Modak
- Molecular Virology Laboratory, Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB), Thiruvananthapuram, India
- Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB), NCR Biotech Science Cluster, Faridabad, Haryana (NCR Delhi), India
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- Molecular Virology Laboratory, Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB), Thiruvananthapuram, India
- Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB), NCR Biotech Science Cluster, Faridabad, Haryana (NCR Delhi), India
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- Molecular Virology Laboratory, Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB), Thiruvananthapuram, India
- Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB), NCR Biotech Science Cluster, Faridabad, Haryana (NCR Delhi), India
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- Animal Research Facility, Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB), Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India
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- Molecular Virology Laboratory, Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB), Thiruvananthapuram, India
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- Molecular Virology Laboratory, Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB), Thiruvananthapuram, India
- Molecular Bioassay Laboratory, Institute of Advanced Virology (IAV), Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India
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Mpingabo PI, Ylade M, Aogo RA, Crisostomo MV, Thiono DJ, Daag JV, Agrupis KA, Escoto AC, Raimundi-Rodriguez GL, Odio CD, Fernandez MA, White L, de Silva AM, Deen J, Katzelnick LC. Envelope-dimer epitope-like broadly protective antibodies against dengue in children following natural infection and vaccination. MEDRXIV : THE PREPRINT SERVER FOR HEALTH SCIENCES 2024:2024.04.30.24306574. [PMID: 38746253 PMCID: PMC11092691 DOI: 10.1101/2024.04.30.24306574] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/16/2024]
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Cross-reactive antibodies (Abs) to epitopes that span envelope proteins on the virion surface are hypothesized to protect against dengue. Here, we measured Abs targeting the quaternary envelope dimer epitope (EDE) as well as neutralizing and binding Abs and evaluate their association with dengue virus (DENV) infection, vaccine response, and disease outcome in dengue vaccinated and unvaccinated children (n=252) within a longitudinal cohort in Cebu, Philippines (n=2,996). Abs targeting EDE were prevalent and strongly associated with broad neutralization of DENV1-4 in those with baseline multitypic immunity. Subsequent natural infection and vaccination boosted EDE-like, neutralizing, and binding Abs. EDE-like Abs were associated with reduced dengue risk and mediated the protective effect of binding and neutralizing Abs on symptomatic and severe dengue. Thus, Abs targeting quaternary epitopes help explain broad cross protection in those with multiple prior DENV exposures, making them useful for evaluation and development of future vaccines and therapeutics.
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Vogels CBF, Hill V, Breban MI, Chaguza C, Paul LM, Sodeinde A, Taylor-Salmon E, Ott IM, Petrone ME, Dijk D, Jonges M, Welkers MRA, Locksmith T, Dong Y, Tarigopula N, Tekin O, Schmedes S, Bunch S, Cano N, Jaber R, Panzera C, Stryker I, Vergara J, Zimler R, Kopp E, Heberlein L, Herzog KS, Fauver JR, Morrison AM, Michael SF, Grubaugh ND. DengueSeq: a pan-serotype whole genome amplicon sequencing protocol for dengue virus. BMC Genomics 2024; 25:433. [PMID: 38693476 PMCID: PMC11062901 DOI: 10.1186/s12864-024-10350-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2023] [Accepted: 04/25/2024] [Indexed: 05/03/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The increasing burden of dengue virus on public health due to more explosive and frequent outbreaks highlights the need for improved surveillance and control. Genomic surveillance of dengue virus not only provides important insights into the emergence and spread of genetically diverse serotypes and genotypes, but it is also critical to monitor the effectiveness of newly implemented control strategies. Here, we present DengueSeq, an amplicon sequencing protocol, which enables whole-genome sequencing of all four dengue virus serotypes. RESULTS We developed primer schemes for the four dengue virus serotypes, which can be combined into a pan-serotype approach. We validated both approaches using genetically diverse virus stocks and clinical specimens that contained a range of virus copies. High genome coverage (>95%) was achieved for all genotypes, except DENV2 (genotype VI) and DENV 4 (genotype IV) sylvatics, with similar performance of the serotype-specific and pan-serotype approaches. The limit of detection to reach 70% coverage was 10-100 RNA copies/μL for all four serotypes, which is similar to other commonly used primer schemes. DengueSeq facilitates the sequencing of samples without known serotypes, allows the detection of multiple serotypes in the same sample, and can be used with a variety of library prep kits and sequencing instruments. CONCLUSIONS DengueSeq was systematically evaluated with virus stocks and clinical specimens spanning the genetic diversity within each of the four dengue virus serotypes. The primer schemes can be plugged into existing amplicon sequencing workflows to facilitate the global need for expanded dengue virus genomic surveillance.
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- Chantal B F Vogels
- Department of Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases, Yale School of Public Health, New Haven, Connecticut, USA.
- Yale Institute for Global Health, Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut, USA.
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- Department of Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases, Yale School of Public Health, New Haven, Connecticut, USA
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- Department of Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases, Yale School of Public Health, New Haven, Connecticut, USA
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- Department of Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases, Yale School of Public Health, New Haven, Connecticut, USA
- Yale Institute for Global Health, Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut, USA
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- Department of Biological Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, Florida Gulf Coast University, Fort Myers, Florida, USA
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- Department of Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases, Yale School of Public Health, New Haven, Connecticut, USA
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- Department of Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases, Yale School of Public Health, New Haven, Connecticut, USA
- Department of Pediatrics, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, Connecticut, USA
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- Department of Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases, Yale School of Public Health, New Haven, Connecticut, USA
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- Department of Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases, Yale School of Public Health, New Haven, Connecticut, USA
- Sydney Institute for Infectious Diseases, School of Medical Sciences, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Department of Medical Microbiology & Infection Prevention, Amsterdam UMC Location AMC, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Medical Microbiology & Infection Prevention, Amsterdam UMC Location AMC, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Medical Microbiology & Infection Prevention, Amsterdam UMC Location AMC, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Department of Infectious Diseases, Public Health Service of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Bureau of Public Health Laboratories, Division of Disease Control and Health Protection, Florida Department of Health, Tampa, FL, USA
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- Bureau of Public Health Laboratories, Division of Disease Control and Health Protection, Florida Department of Health, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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- Bureau of Public Health Laboratories, Division of Disease Control and Health Protection, Florida Department of Health, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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- Bureau of Public Health Laboratories, Division of Disease Control and Health Protection, Florida Department of Health, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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- Bureau of Public Health Laboratories, Division of Disease Control and Health Protection, Florida Department of Health, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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- Bureau of Public Health Laboratories, Division of Disease Control and Health Protection, Florida Department of Health, Tampa, FL, USA
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- Bureau of Public Health Laboratories, Division of Disease Control and Health Protection, Florida Department of Health, Tampa, FL, USA
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- Bureau of Public Health Laboratories, Division of Disease Control and Health Protection, Florida Department of Health, Tampa, FL, USA
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- Bureau of Public Health Laboratories, Division of Disease Control and Health Protection, Florida Department of Health, Tampa, FL, USA
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- Bureau of Public Health Laboratories, Division of Disease Control and Health Protection, Florida Department of Health, Tampa, FL, USA
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- Bureau of Public Health Laboratories, Division of Disease Control and Health Protection, Florida Department of Health, Tampa, FL, USA
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- Bureau of Epidemiology, Division of Disease Control and Health Protection, Florida Department of Health, Tallahassee, FL, USA
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- Bureau of Public Health Laboratories, Division of Disease Control and Health Protection, Florida Department of Health, Tampa, FL, USA
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- Bureau of Public Health Laboratories, Division of Disease Control and Health Protection, Florida Department of Health, Tampa, FL, USA
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- Department of Epidemiology, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, Nebraska, USA
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- Department of Epidemiology, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, Nebraska, USA
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- Bureau of Epidemiology, Division of Disease Control and Health Protection, Florida Department of Health, Tallahassee, FL, USA
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- Department of Biological Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, Florida Gulf Coast University, Fort Myers, Florida, USA
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- Department of Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases, Yale School of Public Health, New Haven, Connecticut, USA.
- Yale Institute for Global Health, Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut, USA.
- Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut, USA.
- Public Health Modeling Unit, Yale School of Public Health, New Haven, Connecticut, USA.
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Joshi G, Das A, Verma G, Guchhait P. Viral infection and host immune response in diabetes. IUBMB Life 2024; 76:242-266. [PMID: 38063433 DOI: 10.1002/iub.2794] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2023] [Accepted: 11/05/2023] [Indexed: 04/24/2024]
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Diabetes, a chronic metabolic disorder disrupting blood sugar regulation, has emerged as a prominent silent pandemic. Uncontrolled diabetes predisposes an individual to develop fatal complications like cardiovascular disorders, kidney damage, and neuropathies and aggravates the severity of treatable infections. Escalating cases of Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes correlate with a global upswing in diabetes-linked mortality. As a growing global concern with limited preventive interventions, diabetes necessitates extensive research to mitigate its healthcare burden and assist ailing patients. An altered immune system exacerbated by chronic hyperinflammation heightens the susceptibility of diabetic individuals to microbial infections, including notable viruses like SARS-CoV-2, dengue, and influenza. Given such a scenario, we scrutinized the literature and compiled molecular pathways and signaling cascades related to immune compartments in diabetics that escalate the severity associated with the above-mentioned viral infections in them as compared to healthy individuals. The pathogenesis of these viral infections that trigger diabetes compromises both innate and adaptive immune functions and pre-existing diabetes also leads to heightened disease severity. Lastly, this review succinctly outlines available treatments for diabetics, which may hold promise as preventive or supportive measures to effectively combat these viral infections in the former.
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- Garima Joshi
- Regional Centre for Biotechnology, National Capital Region Biotech Science Cluster, Faridabad, India
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- Regional Centre for Biotechnology, National Capital Region Biotech Science Cluster, Faridabad, India
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- Regional Centre for Biotechnology, National Capital Region Biotech Science Cluster, Faridabad, India
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- Regional Centre for Biotechnology, National Capital Region Biotech Science Cluster, Faridabad, India
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Chakraborty S, Zigmond E, Shah S, Sylla M, Akorli J, Otoo S, Rose NH, McBride CS, Armbruster PA, Benoit JB. Thermal tolerance of mosquito eggs is associated with urban adaptation and human interactions. BIORXIV : THE PREPRINT SERVER FOR BIOLOGY 2024:2024.03.22.586322. [PMID: 38585904 PMCID: PMC10996485 DOI: 10.1101/2024.03.22.586322] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/09/2024]
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Climate change is expected to profoundly affect mosquito distributions and their ability to serve as vectors for disease, specifically with the anticipated increase in heat waves. The rising temperature and frequent heat waves can accelerate mosquito life cycles, facilitating higher disease transmission. Conversely, higher temperatures could increase mosquito mortality as a negative consequence. Warmer temperatures are associated with increased human density, suggesting a need for anthropophilic mosquitoes to adapt to be more hardy to heat stress. Mosquito eggs provide an opportunity to study the biological impact of climate warming as this stage is stationary and must tolerate temperatures at the site of female oviposition. As such, egg thermotolerance is critical for survival in a specific habitat. In nature, Aedes mosquitoes exhibit different behavioral phenotypes, where specific populations prefer depositing eggs in tree holes and prefer feeding non-human vertebrates. In contrast, others, particularly human-biting specialists, favor laying eggs in artificial containers near human dwellings. This study examined the thermotolerance of eggs, along with adult stages, for Aedes aegypti and Ae. albopictus lineages associated with known ancestry and shifts in their relationship with humans. Mosquitoes collected from areas with higher human population density, displaying increased human preference, and having a human-associated ancestry profile have increased egg viability following high-temperature stress. Unlike eggs, thermal tolerance among adults showed no significant correlation based on the area of collection or human-associated ancestry. This study highlights that the egg stage is likely critical to mosquito survival when associated with humans and needs to be accounted when predicting future mosquito distribution.
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- Souvik Chakraborty
- Department of Biological Sciences, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH, 45221
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- Department of Biological Sciences, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH, 45221
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- Department of Biological Sciences, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH, 45221
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- Laboratory Vectors & Parasites, Department of Livestock Sciences and Techniques, Sine Saloum University El Hadji Ibrahima NIASS (SSUEIN) Kaffrine Campus
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- Department of Parasitology, Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research, University of Ghana, Accra, Ghana
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- Department of Parasitology, Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research, University of Ghana, Accra, Ghana
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- Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ 08544
- Princeton Neuroscience Institute, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ 08544
- Department of Ecology, Behavior, and Evolution, University of California San Diego, La Jolla, CA 92093
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- Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ 08544
- Princeton Neuroscience Institute, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ 08544
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- Department of Biological Sciences, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH, 45221
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Ngadni MA, Chong SL, Hazni H, Asib N, Ishak IH, Mohmad Misnan N, Supratman U, Awang K. Limonoids from the fruits of Chisocheton erythrocarpus and their mosquito larvicidal activities. PHYTOCHEMISTRY 2024; 222:114092. [PMID: 38604323 DOI: 10.1016/j.phytochem.2024.114092] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2023] [Revised: 04/05/2024] [Accepted: 04/08/2024] [Indexed: 04/13/2024]
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Phytochemical study of the fruits of Chisocheton erythrocarpus (Hiern) allowed the identification of eight undescribed limonoids, namely erythrocarpines O - V (1-6, 7a and 7b), along with seven known compounds. The structures of these compounds were elucidated based on spectroscopic and HRMS data, along with electronic circular dichroism to configure the absolute configuration. Erythrocarpines O and P are γ-hydroxybutenolide analogs of mexicanolide-type limonoids while erythrocarpine Q - V are phragmalin-type limonoids possessing a 1,29-oxymethylene bridge with either benzoyl or cinnamoyl moiety in their structures. Mosquito larvicidal activity revealed that crude DCM extract of C. erythrocarpus possessed a good larvicidal effect against Aedes aegypti larvae in 48 h (LC50 = 153.0 ppm). Subsequent larvicidal activity of isolated compounds indicated that erythrocarpine G (10) and 14-deoxyxyloccensin K (11) were responsible for the enhanced larvicidal effect of the extract, reporting LC50 values of 18.55 ppm and 41.16 ppm, respectively. Moreover, residual activity testing of the crude DCM extract revealed that the duration of its larvicidal effects is up to 14 days, where it maintained a 98 % larval mortality throughout the test period, under laboratory conditions.
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- Muhammad Afiq Ngadni
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, University of Malaya, 50603, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, University of Malaya, 50603, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Centre for Natural Products & Drugs Research, University of Malaya, 50603, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Department of Plant Protection, Faculty of Agriculture, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Insecticide Resistance Research Group, School of Biological Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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- Herbal Medicine Research Centre, Institute for Medical Research, National Institutes of Health, 40170, Shah Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Padjadjaran, Jatinangor, 45363, Indonesia
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, University of Malaya, 50603, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
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Zohra T, Din M, Ikram A, Bashir A, Jahangir H, Baloch IS, Irshad S, Waris A, Salman M, Iqtadar S, Ayaz M. Demographic and clinical features of dengue fever infection in Pakistan: a cross-sectional epidemiological study. Trop Dis Travel Med Vaccines 2024; 10:11. [PMID: 38581059 PMCID: PMC10998367 DOI: 10.1186/s40794-024-00221-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2023] [Accepted: 03/26/2024] [Indexed: 04/07/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Dengue fever caused by dengue virus is a tropical disease and is among the deadliest vector-borne diseases. The humid and hot summers of Pakistan support the probation of the vectors responsible for the transmission of viral and other parasitic diseases. METHODOLOGY A retrospective study, from 2012- 2019, of dengue infected individuals from the Punjab province of Pakistan was carried out to analyze epidemiology, clinical and laboratory findings of subjects with dengue virus infection. Data was derived from National Institute of Health (NIH) followed by Dengue control program of Pakistan, covering the incidence rate in 36 districts of Punjab and Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) respectively. Patients data including the presence of dengue specific antigen or/and antibodies such as NS1 and IgG/IgM were observed. The study also included the analysis of demographic data, geographic data, and the month-wise distribution of dengue cases to examine seasonal trends. RESULTS We analyzed 25,682 dengue infected individuals. The statistical analysis revealed a significant association between genders in which male population was more affected by dengue than females. It was also noted that the middle age group was the most affected age group while the highest number of cases were reported in October. Rawalpindi and Lahore were the most affected cities in Punjab province while Islamabad represented the highest number of cases during the recent outbreak in 2019. The IgM and IgG antibodies were highly prevalent among the infected patients. CONCLUSION Dengue is endemic in Pakistan, circulating throughout the year. Highest number of cases were observed in the month of October, September and November respectively. Association between climate change and vector-borne diseases need to be investigated in Pakistan as they significantly influence the timing and intensity of dengue and other disease outbreaks. Further exploration of hematological parameters is required to better diagnose and treat the disease. For the effective control of dengue outbreaks, awareness campaigns on sewage management and vector control along with social factors are strongly recommended for better control and eradication of the disease.
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- Tanzeel Zohra
- National Institutes of Health, Islamabad, 45500, Pakistan.
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- Quaid-I-Azam University, Islamabad, 45320, Pakistan
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- National Institutes of Health, Islamabad, 45500, Pakistan
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- Health Information Systems Program, Islamabad, Pakistan
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- Primary and Secondary Healthcare Department, Government of Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Primary and Secondary Healthcare Department, Government of Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Quaid-I-Azam University, Islamabad, 45320, Pakistan
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- Dengue Expert Advisory Group Punjab, King Edward Medical University, Lahore, 54000, Pakistan
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Malakand Khyber, Chakdara, 18800, Pakistan.
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Durrance-Bagale A, Hoe N, Lai J, Liew JWK, Clapham H, Howard N. Dengue vector control in high-income, city settings: A scoping review of approaches and methods. PLoS Negl Trop Dis 2024; 18:e0012081. [PMID: 38630673 PMCID: PMC11023197 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pntd.0012081] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2023] [Accepted: 03/18/2024] [Indexed: 04/19/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Dengue virus (DENV) is endemic to many parts of the world and has serious health and socioeconomic effects even in high-income countries, especially with rapid changes in the climate globally. We explored the literature on dengue vector control methods used in high-income, city settings and associations with dengue incidence, dengue prevalence, or mosquito vector densities. METHODS Studies of any design or year were included if they reported effects on human DENV infection or Aedes vector indices of dengue-specific vector control interventions in high-income, city settings. RESULTS Of 24 eligible sources, most reported research in the United States (n = 8) or Australia (n = 5). Biocontrol (n = 12) and chemical control (n = 13) were the most frequently discussed vector control methods. Only 6 sources reported data on the effectiveness of a given method in reducing human DENV incidence or prevalence, 2 described effects of larval and adult control on Aedes DENV positivity, 20 reported effectiveness in reducing vector density, using insecticide, larvicide, source reduction, auto-dissemination of pyriproxyfen and Wolbachia, and only 1 described effects on human-vector contact. CONCLUSIONS As most studies reported reductions in vector densities, rather than any effects on human DENV incidence or prevalence, we can draw no clear conclusions on which interventions might be most effective in reducing dengue in high-income, city areas. More research is needed linking evidence on the effects of different DENV vector control methods with dengue incidence/prevalence or mosquito vector densities in high-income, city settings as this is likely to differ from low-income settings. This is a significant evidence gap as climate changes increase the global reach of DENV. The importance of community involvement was clear in several studies, although it is impossible to tease out the relative contributions of this from other control methods used.
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- Anna Durrance-Bagale
- Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore and National University Health System, Singapore, Singapore
- London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, Department of Global Health & Development, London, United Kingdom
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- Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore and National University Health System, Singapore, Singapore
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- Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore and National University Health System, Singapore, Singapore
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- Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore and National University Health System, Singapore, Singapore
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- Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore and National University Health System, Singapore, Singapore
- London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, Department of Global Health & Development, London, United Kingdom
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Chowdhury R, Faria S, Chowdhury V, Islam MS, Akther S, Akter S. Bamboo stumps that are artificially in use put pressure on dengue and chikungunya vector control in Dhaka city, Bangladesh. J Vector Borne Dis 2024; 61:227-235. [PMID: 38922657 DOI: 10.4103/jvbd.jvbd_152_23] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2023] [Accepted: 11/17/2023] [Indexed: 06/27/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND OBJECTIVES Aedes aegypti and Ae. albopictus mosquitoes breed in natural and artificial containers, and they transmit dengue and chikungunya. A study was conducted to identify the contribution of bamboo stumps to these disease vectors that were used in the flower garden as pillars to hold the bamboo flex fence. METHODS Two sizes of whole bamboo were used to hold fences around gardens at Dhaka University, Bangladesh, and were painted red and green. Mosquito larvae and pupae were collected from bamboo stumps between July and August, and vectors were identified up to the species level. The data were analyzed using the STATA/MP 14.2 version. RESULTS 83.5% and 0.2% were Ae. albopictus and Ae. aegypti, respectively, and the remaining were Culex and Ar-migeres species. Ae. albopictus, Ae. aegypti, and both species-positive bamboo stumps were 46.9, 0.7, and 47.1%, respectively. 54.5% of the bamboo stumps had at least one mosquito species. The average stump depth for Aedes positive stumps (mean=11.7 cm, SE = 0.5) was significantly (p <0.001) higher than the Aedes negative stumps (mean = 9.5 cm, SE = 0.4). 53.8% and 38.0% stumps were found Aedes positive on the ground and upper sides of fences, respectively, and found significant (p<0.01) differences between both sides. A zero-inflated negative binomial count model is significant at a 5% level of significance, χ2(4) = 11.8, p = 0.019 (<0.05) for Ae. albopictus. Stump depth is found to have a significant positive effect on the number of Aedes-positive stumps. INTERPRETATION CONCLUSION Artificially used natural containers are adding pressure to current mosquito control activities as mosquitoes are breeding on them, which needs additional attention.
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- Rajib Chowdhury
- Department of Public Health, Independent University Bangladesh (IUB), Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Public Health, Northern University Bangladesh, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Statistics, University of Rajshahi, Rajshahi, Bangladesh
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- National Institute of Preventive and Social Medicine (NIPSOM), Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- National Institute of Preventive and Social Medicine (NIPSOM), Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Diaz A. [Dengue in Argentina: confirmation of our worst suspicions]. REVISTA DE LA FACULTAD DE CIENCIAS MÉDICAS 2024; 81:1-4. [PMID: 38537087 PMCID: PMC11110668 DOI: 10.31053/1853.0605.v81.n1.44575] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2024] [Accepted: 03/20/2024] [Indexed: 04/05/2024] Open
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- Adrián Diaz
- Universidad Nacional de Córdoba. Facultad de Ciencias Médicas Instituto de Virología "Dr. J. M. Vanella"..
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Kuo CY, Yang WW, Su ECY. Improving dengue fever predictions in Taiwan based on feature selection and random forests. BMC Infect Dis 2024; 24:334. [PMID: 38509486 PMCID: PMC10953060 DOI: 10.1186/s12879-024-09220-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2021] [Accepted: 03/12/2024] [Indexed: 03/22/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Dengue fever is a well-studied vector-borne disease in tropical and subtropical areas of the world. Several methods for predicting the occurrence of dengue fever in Taiwan have been proposed. However, to the best of our knowledge, no study has investigated the relationship between air quality indices (AQIs) and dengue fever in Taiwan. RESULTS This study aimed to develop a dengue fever prediction model in which meteorological factors, a vector index, and AQIs were incorporated into different machine learning algorithms. A total of 805 meteorological records from 2013 to 2015 were collected from government open-source data after preprocessing. In addition to well-known dengue-related factors, we investigated the effects of novel variables, including particulate matter with an aerodynamic diameter < 10 µm (PM10), PM2.5, and an ultraviolet index, for predicting dengue fever occurrence. The collected dataset was randomly divided into an 80% training set and a 20% test set. The experimental results showed that the random forests achieved an area under the receiver operating characteristic curve of 0.9547 for the test set, which was the best compared with the other machine learning algorithms. In addition, the temperature was the most important factor in our variable importance analysis, and it showed a positive effect on dengue fever at < 30 °C but had less of an effect at > 30 °C. The AQIs were not as important as temperature, but one was selected in the process of filtering the variables and showed a certain influence on the final results. CONCLUSIONS Our study is the first to demonstrate that AQI negatively affects dengue fever occurrence in Taiwan. The proposed prediction model can be used as an early warning system for public health to prevent dengue fever outbreaks.
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- Chao-Yang Kuo
- Smart Healthcare Interdisciplinary College, National Taipei University of Nursing and Health Sciences, No.365, Mingde Road, Beitou District, Taipei City, 112303, Taiwan
- Graduate Institute of Biomedical Informatics, College of Medical Science and Technology, Taipei Medical University, No.301, Yuantong Road, Zhonghe District, New Taipei City, 23564, Taiwan
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- Graduate Institute of Biomedical Informatics, College of Medical Science and Technology, Taipei Medical University, No.301, Yuantong Road, Zhonghe District, New Taipei City, 23564, Taiwan
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- Graduate Institute of Biomedical Informatics, College of Medical Science and Technology, Taipei Medical University, No.301, Yuantong Road, Zhonghe District, New Taipei City, 23564, Taiwan.
- Clinical Big Data Research Center, Taipei Medical University Hospital, No.252 Wuxing Street, Xinyi District, Taipei City, 110, Taiwan.
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Sokhna S, Mérindol N, Presset M, Seck I, Girard MP, Ka S, Ndoye SF, Ba AL, Samb I, Berthoux L, Le Gall E, Desgagné-Penix I, Seck M. Potential of several triazene derivatives against DENGUE viruses. Bioorg Med Chem Lett 2024; 101:129646. [PMID: 38331225 DOI: 10.1016/j.bmcl.2024.129646] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2023] [Revised: 01/23/2024] [Accepted: 02/01/2024] [Indexed: 02/10/2024]
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Dengue fever is an infectious disease caused by the dengue virus (DENV), an RNA Flavivirus transmitted by the mosquitoes Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus widespread in tropical, subtropical and also temperate regions. Symptoms range from a simple cold to a severe, life-threatening haemorrhagic fever. According to the WHO, it affects around 390 million people per year. No antiviral treatment for DENV is available, and the Dengvaxia vaccine is only intended for people over 9 years of age who have contracted dengue one time in the past, and shows serotype-specific effectiveness. There is therefore a crying need to discover new molecules with antiviral power against flaviviruses. The present study was carried out to evaluate the anti-DENV activities and cytotoxicity of triazenes obtained by diazocopulation. Some triazenes were highly cytotoxic (16, and 25) to hepatocarcinoma Huh7 cells, whereas others displayed strong anti-DENV potential. The antiviral activity ranged from EC50 = 7.82 µM to 48.12 µM in cellulo, with a selectivity index (CC50/EC50) greater than 9 for two of the compounds (10, and 20). In conclusion, these new triazenes could serve as a lead to develop and optimize drugs against DENV.
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- Seynabou Sokhna
- Laboratoire de Chimie Organique et Thérapeutique, Faculté de Médecine, de Pharmacie et d'Odontologie de l'Université Cheikh Anta Diop de Dakar, BP 5005 Dakar-Fann, Sénégal; UMR 7182, ICMPE, Institut de Chimie et des Matériaux Paris Est, Thiais, France; Equipe de recherche chimie organique et thérapeutique (ECOT) de l'Université Alioune Diop de Bambey. BP 30 Région de Diourbel, Sénégal.
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- Département de chimie, biochimie et physique, UQTR, Trois-Rivières, QC, Canada.
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- UMR 7182, ICMPE, Institut de Chimie et des Matériaux Paris Est, Thiais, France.
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- Laboratoire de Chimie Organique et Thérapeutique, Faculté de Médecine, de Pharmacie et d'Odontologie de l'Université Cheikh Anta Diop de Dakar, BP 5005 Dakar-Fann, Sénégal; Laboratoire de Chimie de Coordination Organique (LCCO), Département de Chimie, Faculté des Sciences et Techniques, Université Cheikh Anta Diop de Dakar, Dakar, Sénégal.
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- Département de chimie, biochimie et physique, UQTR, Trois-Rivières, QC, Canada; Département de biologie médicale, UQTR, Trois-Rivières, QC, Canada.
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- Laboratoire de Chimie Organique et Thérapeutique, Faculté de Médecine, de Pharmacie et d'Odontologie de l'Université Cheikh Anta Diop de Dakar, BP 5005 Dakar-Fann, Sénégal; Département de chimie, biochimie et physique, UQTR, Trois-Rivières, QC, Canada.
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- Laboratoire de Chimie Organique et Thérapeutique, Faculté de Médecine, de Pharmacie et d'Odontologie de l'Université Cheikh Anta Diop de Dakar, BP 5005 Dakar-Fann, Sénégal; Laboratoire de Chimie de Coordination Organique (LCCO), Département de Chimie, Faculté des Sciences et Techniques, Université Cheikh Anta Diop de Dakar, Dakar, Sénégal.
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- Laboratoire de Chimie Organique et Thérapeutique, Faculté de Médecine, de Pharmacie et d'Odontologie de l'Université Cheikh Anta Diop de Dakar, BP 5005 Dakar-Fann, Sénégal; Université Amadou Mahtar MBOW, BP 45927 Dakar Nafa VDN, Sénégal, Dakar-Fann, Sénégal.
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- Equipe de recherche chimie organique et thérapeutique (ECOT) de l'Université Alioune Diop de Bambey. BP 30 Région de Diourbel, Sénégal.
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- Département de biologie médicale, UQTR, Trois-Rivières, QC, Canada.
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- UMR 7182, ICMPE, Institut de Chimie et des Matériaux Paris Est, Thiais, France.
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- Laboratoire de Chimie Organique et Thérapeutique, Faculté de Médecine, de Pharmacie et d'Odontologie de l'Université Cheikh Anta Diop de Dakar, BP 5005 Dakar-Fann, Sénégal.
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Hamed M. Knowledge, attitude, and practices toward dengue fever among the public: a cross-sectional study in the Western region of Saudi Arabia. Front Public Health 2024; 12:1327427. [PMID: 38510353 PMCID: PMC10951052 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2024.1327427] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2023] [Accepted: 02/19/2024] [Indexed: 03/22/2024] Open
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Background Dengue fever (DF) is a primary viral disease transmitted to humans by mosquitoes, imposing a significant economic and health burden in numerous regions globally. There is a lack of studies addressing the importance of health education regarding DF in Saudi Arabia. Therefore, this study aimed to assess predictors influencing knowledge, attitude, and practices of the Western region public in Saudi Arabia related to DF. Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted as an online self-administered questionnaire collected from July 2023 until August 2023, included 695 participants from the Western region residents aged ≥18 years. Data collected involved sociodemographics, participants' knowledge, attitude, and practices toward DF. We presented the descriptive data as mean ± standard deviations (SD) and medians [interquartile range (IQR)] for continuous variables, while categorical variables were presented as frequencies [percent (%)]. Results Good participants' knowledge and attitude toward DF were observed among participants [median score 21.0 (interquartile range 16.0-24.0)] out of 35 and [median score 4.00 (interquartile range 3.00-5.00)] out of 5, respectively. Limited practices toward DF were observed among participants [median score 3.0 (interquartile range 0.00-5.00)] out of 8. Participants' knowledge and attitude were not correlated. Participants' education level and employment status predicted participant's knowledge of DF. Participants' age, monthly income, employment status and marital status predicted participants' attitude toward DF. Participants' age, marital status, education levels and income predicted participants' practices toward DF. Conclusion Knowledge, attitude, and practices toward DF among adults in Saudi Arabia can be predicted by specific sociodemographic characteristics. Implementing interferences that focus on improving public practices toward DF is imperative.
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Madera-Garcia V, Soto JR, Ellingson KD, Jacobs E, Walker KR, Ernst KC. Preferences and Demand for Mosquito Control among Dengue-Endemic Communities in Peñuelas, Puerto Rico: An Application of the Best-Worst Choice Model. Am J Trop Med Hyg 2024; 110:540-548. [PMID: 38266284 PMCID: PMC10919196 DOI: 10.4269/ajtmh.22-0528] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2022] [Accepted: 07/25/2023] [Indexed: 01/26/2024] Open
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Aedes aegypti is the primary vector of dengue virus and threatens 3.9 billion people living in many tropical and subtropical countries. Prevention and reduction of dengue and other Aedes-borne viruses, including Zika and chikungunya, requires control of mosquito populations. Community mobilization and input are essential components of vector control efforts. Many vector control campaigns do not engage communities prior to implementation, leading to program failure. Those that do often conduct basic knowledge, attitude, and practice surveys that are not designed to explicitly elicit preferences. Here, we applied a novel stated preference elicitation tool, best-worst choice, to understand preferences, willingness to participate, and willingness to pay for mosquito control in dengue-endemic communities of Peñuelas, Puerto Rico. Findings revealed that the community preferred mosquito control programs that are 1) applied at the neighborhood level, 2) implemented by the local government, and 3) focused specifically on reducing disease transmission (e.g., dengue) instead of mosquito nuisance. Programs targeting the reduction of disease transmission and higher educational level of participants increased willingness to participate. Participants were willing to pay an average of $72 annually to have a program targeting the reduction of diseases such as dengue. This study serves as a model to engage communities in the design of mosquito control programs and improve stakeholders' decision-making.
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- School of Natural Resources and the Environment, University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona
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- College of Public Health, University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona
- Arizona Cancer Center, University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona
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- College of Public Health, University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona
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Fang L, Hu W, Pan G. Meteorological factors cannot be ignored in machine learning-based methods for predicting dengue, a systematic review. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOMETEOROLOGY 2024; 68:401-410. [PMID: 38150020 DOI: 10.1007/s00484-023-02605-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2022] [Revised: 09/18/2023] [Accepted: 12/13/2023] [Indexed: 12/28/2023]
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In recent years, there has been a rapid increase in the application of machine learning methods about predicting the incidence of dengue fever. However, the predictive factors and models employed in different studies vary greatly. Hence, we conducted a systematic review to summarize machine learning methods and predictors in previous studies. We searched PubMed, ScienceDirect, and Web of Science databases for articles published up to July 2023. The selected papers included not only the forecast of dengue incidence but also machine learning methods. A total of 23 papers were included in this study. Predictive factors included meteorological factors (22, 95.7%), historical dengue data (14, 60.9%), environmental factors (4, 17.4%), socioeconomic factors (4, 17.4%), vector surveillance data (2, 8.7%), and internet search data (3, 13.0%). Among meteorological factors, temperature (20, 87.0%), rainfall (20, 87.0%), and relative humidity (14, 60.9%) were the most commonly used. We found that Support Vector Machine (SVM) (6, 26.1%), Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) (5, 21.7%), Random Forest (RF) (4, 17.4%), Least Absolute Shrinkage and Selection Operator (LASSO) (2, 8.7%), ensemble model (2, 8.7%), and other models (4, 17.4%) were identified as the best models based on evaluation metrics used in each article. These results indicate that meteorological factors are important predictors that cannot be ignored and SVM and LSTM algorithms are the most commonly used models in dengue fever prediction with good predictive performance. This review will contribute to the development of more robust early dengue warning systems and promote the application of machine learning methods in predicting climate-related infectious diseases.
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- Lanlan Fang
- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Anhui Medical University, 81 Meishan Road, Hefei, 230032, Anhui, China
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Anhui Medical University, 81 Meishan Road, Hefei, 230032, Anhui, China
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Anhui Medical University, 81 Meishan Road, Hefei, 230032, Anhui, China.
- The Inflammation and Immune Mediated Diseases Laboratory of Anhui Province, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, China.
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Sohail A, Anders KL, McGuinness SL, Leder K. The epidemiology of imported and locally acquired dengue in Australia, 2012-2022. J Travel Med 2024; 31:taae014. [PMID: 38243558 PMCID: PMC10911064 DOI: 10.1093/jtm/taae014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2023] [Revised: 01/15/2024] [Accepted: 01/16/2024] [Indexed: 01/21/2024]
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BACKGROUND Dengue is the most important arboviral disease globally and poses ongoing challenges for control including in non-endemic countries with competent mosquito vectors at risk of local transmission through imported cases. We examined recent epidemiological trends in imported and locally acquired dengue in Australia, where the Wolbachia mosquito population replacement method was implemented throughout dengue-prone areas of northern Queensland between 2011 and 2019. METHODS We analysed dengue cases reported to the Australian National Notifiable Disease Surveillance System between January 2012 and December 2022, and Australian traveller movement data. RESULTS Between 2012 and 2022, 13 343 dengue cases were reported in Australia (median 1466 annual cases); 12 568 cases (94.2%) were imported, 584 (4.4%) were locally acquired and 191 (1.4%) had no origin recorded. Locally acquired cases decreased from a peak in 2013 (n = 236) to zero in 2021-22. Annual incidence of imported dengue ranged from 8.29/100 000 (n = 917 cases) to 22.10/100 000 (n = 2203) annual traveller movements between 2012 and 2019, decreased in 2020 (6.74/100 000 traveller movements; n = 191) and 2021 (3.32/100 000 traveller movements; n = 10) during COVID-19-related border closures, then rose to 34.79/100 000 traveller movements (n = 504) in 2022. Imported cases were primarily acquired in Southeast Asia (n = 9323; 74%), Southern and Central Asia (n = 1555; 12%) and Oceania (n = 1341; 11%). Indonesia (n = 5778; 46%) and Thailand (n = 1483; 12%) were top acquisition countries. DENV-2 (n = 2147; 42%) and DENV-1 (n = 1526; 30%) were predominant serotypes. CONCLUSION Our analysis highlights Australia's successful control of locally acquired dengue with Wolbachia. Imported dengue trends reflect both Australian travel destinations and patterns and local epidemiology in endemic countries.
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- Asma Sohail
- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, 553 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, Victoria 3004, Australia
- Infectious Diseases Department, Grampians Health Service, 1 Drummond Street North, Ballarat, Victoria 3350, Australia
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, 553 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, Victoria 3004, Australia
- World Mosquito Program, Monash University, 12 Innovation Walk, Clayton, Victoria 3800, Australia
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, 553 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, Victoria 3004, Australia
- Infectious Diseases Department, Alfred Health, 55 Commercial Road, Melbourne, Victoria 3004, Australia
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, 553 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, Victoria 3004, Australia
- Victorian Infectious Diseases Service, Melbourne Health, 300 Grattan Street, Parkville, Victoria 3050, Australia
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Kada S, Paz-Bailey G, Adams LE, Johansson MA. Age-specific case data reveal varying dengue transmission intensity in US states and territories. PLoS Negl Trop Dis 2024; 18:e0011143. [PMID: 38427702 PMCID: PMC10936865 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pntd.0011143] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2023] [Revised: 03/13/2024] [Accepted: 02/08/2024] [Indexed: 03/03/2024] Open
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Dengue viruses (DENV) are endemic in the US territories of Puerto Rico, American Samoa, and the US Virgin Islands, with focal outbreaks also reported in the states of Florida and Hawaii. However, little is known about the intensity of dengue virus transmission over time and how dengue viruses have shaped the level of immunity in these populations, despite the importance of understanding how and why levels of immunity against dengue may change over time. These changes need to be considered when responding to future outbreaks and enacting dengue management strategies, such as guiding vaccine deployment. We used catalytic models fitted to case surveillance data stratified by age from the ArboNET national arboviral surveillance system to reconstruct the history of recent dengue virus transmission in Puerto Rico, American Samoa, US Virgin Islands, Florida, Hawaii, and Guam. We estimated average annual transmission intensity (i.e., force of infection) of DENV between 2010 and 2019 and the level of seroprevalence by age group in each population. We compared models and found that assuming all reported cases are secondary infections generally fit the surveillance data better than assuming all cases are primary infections. Using the secondary case model, we found that force of infection was highly heterogeneous between jurisdictions and over time within jurisdictions, ranging from 0.00008 (95% CrI: 0.00002-0.0004) in Florida to 0.08 (95% CrI: 0.044-0.14) in American Samoa during the 2010-2019 period. For early 2020, we estimated that seropositivity in 10 year-olds ranged from 0.09% (0.02%-0.54%) in Florida to 56.3% (43.7%-69.3%) in American Samoa. In the absence of serological data, age-specific case notification data collected through routine surveillance combined with mathematical modeling are powerful tools to monitor arbovirus circulation, estimate the level of population immunity, and design dengue management strategies.
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- Sarah Kada
- US Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Dengue Branch, San Juan, Puerto Rico
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- US Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Dengue Branch, San Juan, Puerto Rico
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- US Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Dengue Branch, San Juan, Puerto Rico
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- US Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Dengue Branch, San Juan, Puerto Rico
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Akter R, Tasneem F, Das S, Soma MA, Georgakopoulos-Soares I, Juthi RT, Sazed SA. Approaches of dengue control: vaccine strategies and future aspects. Front Immunol 2024; 15:1362780. [PMID: 38487527 PMCID: PMC10937410 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2024.1362780] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2023] [Accepted: 02/08/2024] [Indexed: 03/17/2024] Open
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Dengue, caused by the dengue virus (DENV), affects millions of people worldwide every year. This virus has two distinct life cycles, one in the human and another in the mosquito, and both cycles are crucial to be controlled. To control the vector of DENV, the mosquito Aedes aegypti, scientists employed many techniques, which were later proved ineffective and harmful in many ways. Consequently, the attention shifted to the development of a vaccine; researchers have targeted the E protein, a surface protein of the virus and the NS1 protein, an extracellular protein. There are several types of vaccines developed so far, such as live attenuated vaccines, recombinant subunit vaccines, inactivated virus vaccines, viral vectored vaccines, DNA vaccines, and mRNA vaccines. Along with these, scientists are exploring new strategies of developing improved version of the vaccine by employing recombinant DNA plasmid against NS1 and also aiming to prevent the infection by blocking the DENV life cycle inside the mosquitoes. Here, we discussed the aspects of research in the field of vaccines until now and identified some prospects for future vaccine developments.
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- Runa Akter
- Department of Pharmacy, Independent University Bangladesh, Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Institute for Personalized Medicine, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, Hershey, PA, United States
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Dhaka, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Institute for Personalized Medicine, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, Hershey, PA, United States
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Hcini N, Lambert V, Picone O, Carod JF, Carles G, Pomar L, Epelboin L, Nacher M. Arboviruses and pregnancy: are the threats visible or hidden? Trop Dis Travel Med Vaccines 2024; 10:4. [PMID: 38355934 PMCID: PMC10868105 DOI: 10.1186/s40794-023-00213-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2023] [Accepted: 11/22/2023] [Indexed: 02/16/2024] Open
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Mosquito-borne arboviral diseases are a global concern and can have severe consequences on maternal, neonatal, and child health. Their impact on pregnancy tends to be neglected in developing countries. Despite hundreds of millions of infections, 90% pregnancies being exposed, scientific data on pregnant women is poor and sometimes non-existent. Recently and since the 2016 Zika virus outbreak, there has been a newfound interest in these diseases. Through various neuropathogenic, visceral, placental, and teratogenic mechanisms, these arbovirus infections can lead to fetal losses, obstetrical complications, and a wide range of congenital abnormalities, resulting in long-term neurological and sensory impairments. Climate change, growing urbanization, worldwide interconnectivity, and ease of mobility allow arboviruses to spread to other territories and impact populations that had never been in contact with these emerging agents before. Pregnant travelers are also at risk of infection with potential subsequent complications. Beyond that, these pathologies show the inequalities of access to care on a global scale in a context of demographic growth and increasing urbanization. It is essential to promote research, diagnostic tools, treatments, and vaccine development to address this emerging threat.Background The vulnerability of pregnant women and fetuses to emergent and re-emergent pathogens has been notably illustrated by the outbreaks of Zika virus. Our comprehension of the complete scope and consequences of these infections during pregnancy remains limited, particularly among those involved in perinatal healthcare, such as obstetricians and midwives. This review aims to provide the latest information and recommendations regarding the various risks, management, and prevention for pregnant women exposed to arboviral infections.
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- Najeh Hcini
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, West French Guiana Hospital Center, Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni, French Guiana.
- CIC Inserm 1424 and DFR Santé Université Guyane, Cayenne, French Guiana, France.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, West French Guiana Hospital Center, Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni, French Guiana
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hôpital Louis Mourier, Hôpitaux Universitaires Paris Nord Val de Seine, Assistance Publique : Hôpitaux de Paris, Université Paris Diderot, CEDEX, Colombes, France
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- Department of Biology, West French Guiana Hospital Center, Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni, French Guiana
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, West French Guiana Hospital Center, Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni, French Guiana
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- Materno-Fetal and Obstetrics Research Unit, Department "Woman-Mother-Child", Lausanne University Hospital, Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Department of Infectious and Tropical Diseases, Cayenne General Hospital, Cayenne, French Guiana, France
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- Centre d'Investigation Clinique Antilles Guyane, Inserm CIC1424, Centre Hospitalier de Cayenne, 97300, Cayenne, French Guiana
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