Seroprevalence of spotted fever group rickettsiosis in Kashmir: A community-based study using indirect immunofluorescence assay
This study highlights a high seroprevalence of spotted fever in the Kashmir Valley, emphasizing the significant public health burden in the region. Early detection and targeted prevention strategies, particularly in high-risk areas, are crucial for effective control and management of spotted fever in this region.
Authors
- Bashir Ahmad Fomda (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3705-9631)
- Sehrish Baqal
- R. Rashid
- Uksim Qadri (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0001-2104-3646)
- Qounsar Nisar
Institutions
- Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (IN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology
- Published
- 2025-06-22
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijmmb.2025.100902
- Primary Topic
- Vector-borne infectious diseases
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Indian Council of Medical Research