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[Infectious diseases in Poland in 2009]
Andrzej Zieliński1, Miroslaw P Czarkowski
1Zakład Epidemiologii Narodowego Instytutu Zdrowia Publicznego--Państwowego Zakładu Higieny w Warszawie. azielinski@pzh.gov.pl
Przeglad Epidemiologiczny
|September 15, 2011
Summary
The 2009 influenza A(H1N1)v pandemic significantly increased flu cases, while vaccination reduced H. influenzae and mumps. Tuberculosis and viral hepatitis remain serious concerns in Poland.
Area of Science:
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
- Infectious Disease Surveillance
Context:
- Introduction of a new law on infectious diseases led to fewer mandatory reports, creating ambiguities.
- The 2009 influenza A(H1N1)v pandemic caused a 375.4% increase in influenza-like illness cases.
- Vaccination programs have successfully reduced the incidence of H. influenzae infections and mumps.
Purpose:
- To analyze the epidemiological trends of infectious diseases in Poland in 2009.
- To assess the impact of the new infectious disease law and the 2009 influenza pandemic.
- To identify persistent and emerging public health challenges related to communicable diseases.
Summary:
- Influenza A(H1N1)v pandemic caused a sharp rise in cases, while other diseases like tuberculosis and viral hepatitis (A and B) remain significant public health issues.
- Incidence of H. influenzae and mumps decreased due to vaccination, but Campylobacter infections increased, possibly due to enhanced diagnostics.
- Mortality from infectious diseases showed a slight upward trend, primarily driven by an increase in deaths attributed to septicemia.
Impact:
- Highlights the need for clear regulations regarding infectious disease reporting and improved surveillance for gastro-intestinal infections.
- Underscores the importance of continued vaccination efforts and targeted preventive measures for diseases like hepatitis A and HIV.
- Identifies septicemia as a growing cause of mortality from infectious diseases, necessitating focused public health interventions.
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