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Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever outbreak in Pakistan, 2022: A warning bell amidst unprecedented floods and COVID 19 pandemic.
Tabassum, Shehroze; Naeem, Aroma; Khan, Maleeka Zamurad; Mumtaz, Nimra; Gill, Saima; Ohadi, Laya.
  • Tabassum S; School of Medicine King Edward Medical University Lahore Pakistan.
  • Naeem A; School of Medicine King Edward Medical University Lahore Pakistan.
  • Khan MZ; School of Medicine King Edward Medical University Lahore Pakistan.
  • Mumtaz N; School of Medicine King Edward Medical University Lahore Pakistan.
  • Gill S; School of Medicine King Edward Medical University Lahore Pakistan.
  • Ohadi L; School of Medicine Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences Tehran Iran.
Health Sci Rep ; 6(1): e1055, 2023 Jan.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-2172969
ABSTRACT
Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever (CCHF) is an infection caused by a tick-borne virus (genus Nairovirus, family Bunyaviridae). The most important vector for CCHF is the ixodid tick. Along with tick bite, direct contact with the virus-affected animal is responsible for its spread. Pakistan witnessed its first case of CCHF in 1976 and has been a major victim of CCHF for years, but spikes in cases are seen after Eid-ul-Adha, an Islamic festival involving the sacrifice of cattle. The disease, in particular, is common among butchers, veterinarians, and livestock workers. From the start of this year till June 22, 2022, a total of four cases have been reported across the country. Pakistan faces major challenges in combating CCHF every year due to its specific geographical position and a majority of the population being involved with animal husbandry. There is no approved vaccine for its prevention. All these factors contribute to the burden on the already weakened healthcare system of Pakistan. Strict actions should be taken to contain the spread of the disease. The need of the hour is to engage the general population, raise awareness, and develop policies to ensure disease surveillance. This should be accompanied by fostering collaboration among animal and human health departments for efficient communication and early intervention. The focus should be on medical research to find an efficacious treatment and prophylaxis for the CCHF virus, which will be the cornerstone of future CCHF prevention and control strategies.
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Full text: Available Collection: International databases Database: MEDLINE Type of study: Observational study Topics: Vaccines Language: English Journal: Health Sci Rep Year: 2023 Document Type: Article