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Emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases in Japan: epidemiology and infection prevention measures

Satoshi Kutsuna1

  • 1Division of Preparedness and Emerging Infections, Disease Control and Prevention Center, National Center for Global Health and Medicine, Tokyo, Japan.

Global Health & Medicine
|December 17, 2020
PubMed

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This review details recent infectious disease outbreaks globally and in Japan, focusing on prevention for healthcare workers. It covers viral hemorrhagic fevers, avian influenza, and MERS to enhance self-protection measures.

Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Epidemiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases pose significant global health threats.
  • Recent outbreaks like Ebola virus disease and MERS highlight the need for vigilance.
  • Understanding disease patterns is crucial for effective public health strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review significant infectious disease outbreaks since 2000 worldwide and in Japan.
  • To summarize potential emerging infectious diseases relevant to Japan.
  • To detail features, transmission routes, and prevention for specific high-risk diseases.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of reported infectious disease outbreaks.
  • Compilation of data on disease characteristics, transmission, and prevention.
  • Focus on mosquito-borne diseases, viral hemorrhagic fevers, avian influenza, and MERS.

Main Results:

  • Identified key outbreaks and their global/regional impact.
  • Detailed specific disease profiles including Ebola, MERS, and others.
  • Highlighted critical prevention strategies for healthcare workers.

Conclusions:

  • Healthcare workers require thorough understanding of infectious disease dynamics for self-protection.
  • Proactive knowledge of disease features and transmission is essential for infection control.
  • Preparedness for emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases is vital for public health security.
Keywords:
Emerging and re-emerging infectious diseasesstandard preventive measuresstandard protective equipment

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