The burden of viral skin diseases in the Middle East and North Africa region, 1990–2021
This study highlights the increasing burden of viral skin diseases (VSD) in the MENA region, especially among younger populations, with males also experiencing a slightly higher burden than females. Given the influence of multiple factors, a comprehensive strategy focusing on data systems, healthcare delivery, and regional collaboration is vital. Addressing these areas will help mitigate VSD's impact and improve health outcomes.
Authors
- Ali‐Asghar Kolahi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0178-3732)
- Fatemeh Amiri
- Yousef Houshyar
- Seyed Ehsan Mousavi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4747-5639)
- Mark J. M. Sullman (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7920-6818)
- Saeid Safiri (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7986-9072)
- Shahnam Arshi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0103-7596)
- Reza Aletaha (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5392-9599)
Institutions
- Çankaya University (TR)
- Tabriz University of Medical Sciences (IR)
- University of Nicosia (CY)
- Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences (IR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Infection and Public Health
- Published
- 2025-05-02
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jiph.2025.102784
- Citations
- 4
- Primary Topic
- Parvovirus B19 Infection Studies
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 5.58
Funders
- Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
- Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences