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Imported vector- and rodent-borne virus infections--an introduction
1Max von Pettenkofer Institute for Hygiene and Medical Microbiology, Ludwig Maximilians University, Munich, Federal Republic of Germany.
Archives of Virology. Supplementum
|January 1, 1996
Summary
Travel facilitates the spread of virus infections globally. Dengue virus is a major travel-related disease, with other vector-borne and rodent-borne viruses also diagnosed in travelers.
Area of Science:
- Epidemiology
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health
Background:
- Human and animal migration have historically disseminated virus diseases.
- Travel is a significant factor in the emergence and spread of infectious diseases.
- Understanding travel-related virus transmission is crucial for global health security.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the role of travel in the emergence and dissemination of virus infections.
- To identify key travel-related virus diseases.
- To discuss the potential impact of imported viral diseases.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature on travel-related virus infections.
- Identification of specific vector-borne and rodent-borne viruses diagnosed in travelers.
- Analysis of historical and recent patterns of virus dissemination through travel.
Main Results:
- Dengue virus is the most significant travel-related, vector-borne virus disease.
- Other diagnosed vector-borne infections include sandfly fever, Rift Valley fever, chikungunya fever, and Japanese encephalitis.
- Rodent-borne Lassa fever and potentially imported filoviruses are also concerns in travelers.
Conclusions:
- Travel acts as a potent force in the global emergence and spread of virus infections.
- Vigilance is required for vector-borne and rodent-borne virus diseases in international travelers.
- The potential impact of imported viral diseases necessitates ongoing monitoring and preparedness.