The rising concern of Oropouche fever: a call for enhanced surveillance and research in emerging arboviral threats
This study emphasizes the urgent need for coordinated international efforts to address the rising threat of Oropouche virus. Considering its rapid spread and potential for global transmission, comprehensive public health measures are necessary to protect vulnerable populations and mitigate the impact of this emerging disease. Enhanced surveillance and the development of accessible diagnostics, vaccines, and treatment options are critical to containing OROV and preventing further outbreaks.
Authors
- Adewunmi Akingbola (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7245-0340)
- Abiodun Adegbesan
- Angel Ezendu
- Mayowa Shekoni
- Olajide Ojo
Institutions
- Lagos State University (NG)
- University of the West of England (GB)
- University of Cambridge (GB)
- Stellenbosch University (ZA)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Infectious Diseases
- Published
- 2024-09-23
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1080/23744235.2024.2406404
- Citations
- 7
- Primary Topic
- Viral Infections and Vectors
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 2.72