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Epidemiology and Transmission Dynamics of Viral Encephalitis in West Africa

Olalekan Chris Akinsulie
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Ridwan Olamilekan Adesola
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Victor Aliyu
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Ifeoluwa Peace Oladapo
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Abdulafees Hamzat
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Version 1 : Received: 1 June 2023 / Approved: 2 June 2023 / Online: 2 June 2023 (08:57:30 CEST)

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Akinsulie, O.C.; Adesola, R.O.; Aliyu, V.A.; Oladapo, I.P.; Hamzat, A. Epidemiology and Transmission Dynamics of Viral Encephalitides in West Africa. Infect. Dis. Rep. 2023, 15, 504-517. Akinsulie, O.C.; Adesola, R.O.; Aliyu, V.A.; Oladapo, I.P.; Hamzat, A. Epidemiology and Transmission Dynamics of Viral Encephalitides in West Africa. Infect. Dis. Rep. 2023, 15, 504-517.

Abstract

Viral Encephalitis is a significant public health concern globally, especially west Africa. There are more than 500 known arboviruses with over 100 of them identified to cause encephalitic diseases in humans and animals, giving rise to a tremendous burden of the diseases, and socioeconomic strains in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide. Despite their importance, few effective preventive and control measures in form of vaccines and therapeutics are available and where they are, usage is limited. These limitations are largely hinged on the paucity of information about the molecular epidemiology and transmission patterns of VE in west Africa. Here, we reviewed the transmission dynamics, ecological drivers, and molecular epidemiology of VE in the region. Collectively, timely and accurate interventions are essential for encephalitic viral disease control. Moreover, the integrated health system approach, combining surveillance, vaccination, vector control, and community engagement could be effective in preventing viral encephalitis globally.

Keywords

Viral Encephalitis; Transmission Dynamics; Epidemiology; One Health

Subject

Public Health and Healthcare, Public Health and Health Services

Copyright: This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.

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