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[Arboviruses and epizootic viruses].

Vincent Deubel1, Marie-Claude Georges-Courbot

  • 1Unité de biologie des infections virales émergentes, Institut Pasteur, 21, avenue Tony-Garnier, 69365 Lyon, France. vdeubel@cervi-lyon.inserm.fr

Comptes Rendus Biologies
|October 24, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Arthropod-borne (arboviroses) and animal-borne (zoonoses) viral diseases pose emerging threats. Understanding virus-host-vector interactions is crucial for preventing severe human illness and potential bioterrorism.

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Area of Science:

  • Virology
  • Epidemiology
  • Pathology

Context:

  • Viral diseases transmitted by arthropods (arboviruses) and animals (zoonoses) represent significant public health concerns.
  • Over 500 arboviruses and epizootic viruses exist, but only a subset causes severe human diseases or zoonotic infections.
  • Current understanding of factors influencing severe outcomes in infected patients remains limited.

Purpose:

  • To highlight the significance of arboviruses and zoonoses as emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases.
  • To emphasize the need for multidisciplinary approaches in controlling viral propagation and pathogenesis.
  • To underscore the importance of studying virus-vector-host interactions for disease prevention.

Summary:

  • Arboviruses and zoonoses encompass a wide range of viral diseases transmitted via arthropods or animals.

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  • Infected individuals can exhibit diverse symptoms, including fever, encephalitis, respiratory distress, and hemorrhage.
  • Factors contributing to disease severity, related to the virus, host, or vector, require further investigation.
  • Research into virus-vector-host interactions and infection pathophysiology is essential for improved prevention strategies.
  • These viral threats necessitate a coordinated, multidisciplinary effort for effective control and public health protection.

    • Impact:

    • Enhanced understanding of viral pathogenesis and transmission dynamics.
    • Improved strategies for the prevention and control of arboviral and zoonotic diseases.
    • Better preparedness for potential bioterrorism threats involving infectious agents.
    • Advancement of virological research focusing on vector-borne and zoonotic pathogens.