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[Typhoid fever in Lebanon: epidemiological study].
Soraya Naji-Rammal1, Nora Bedrossian
1Département des sciences fondamentales Faculté des sciences médicales Université libanaise Campus Rafic-El-Hariri BP 2 Hadath Liban. thuraya.naji@ul.edu.lb
Sante (Montrouge, France)
|August 11, 2010
Summary
Typhoid fever remains a significant public health issue in Lebanon, with over 6,000 cases reported between 2000-2008. The study highlights its endemic nature and the persistent risk of outbreaks, particularly in specific age groups and regions.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Infectious Diseases
- Epidemiology
Context:
- Typhoid fever poses a substantial global health challenge, particularly in developing nations.
- Surveillance data from Lebanon revealed 6,148 reported cases between 2000 and 2008.
- A typhoid fever case is defined by a fever of ≥38°C for three days with positive isolation of Salmonella Typhi or Paratyphi.
Purpose:
- To analyze the incidence, age distribution, and geographic patterns of typhoid fever in Lebanon.
- To assess the endemic status and epidemic potential of typhoid fever in the country.
Summary:
- Typhoid fever incidence in Lebanon peaked in 2003 and 2007, with fewer cases in 2005.
- The 20-39 age group was most affected, while individuals over 60 were least impacted.
- Geographic analysis showed higher prevalence in the North, Bekaa, and Mount Lebanon regions, with Beirut having the fewest cases.
Impact:
- Typhoid fever is confirmed as an endemic disease in Lebanon.
- The findings underscore the ongoing risk of epidemic episodes, necessitating continued surveillance and control efforts.
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