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Julien Kincaid-Smith1, Olivier Rey1, Eve Toulza1
1Univ. Perpignan Via Domitia, IHPE UMR 5244, CNRS, IFREMER, Univ. Montpellier, F-66860 Perpignan, France.
Trends in Parasitology
|May 26, 2017
Summary
Recurrent urogenital schistosomiasis outbreaks in Europe were unexpected. Understanding ecological filters is crucial for predicting and preventing future schistosomiasis transmission.
Area of Science:
- * Parasitology and Public Health
- * Infectious Disease Epidemiology
Background:
- * Recurrent, unanticipated outbreaks of urogenital schistosomiasis have occurred in Southern Europe.
- * Current scientific and public health preparedness for schistosomiasis is inadequate.
Purpose of the Study:
- * To analyze factors hindering risk quantification for schistosomiasis outbreaks in Europe.
- * To propose a framework for predicting future schistosomiasis transmission.
Main Methods:
- * Ecological two-step filter concept applied to host-parasite interactions.
- * Analysis of encounter and compatibility filters in schistosomiasis transmission dynamics.
Main Results:
- * Current methods are insufficient for accurately quantifying schistosomiasis risks.
- * Inability to predict the timing and location of future schistosomiasis outbreaks was identified.
Conclusions:
- * A robust understanding of ecological filters is essential for schistosomiasis prevention.
- * Improved risk assessment and predictive models are needed to combat schistosomiasis in Europe.
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