Cases of Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever in North Macedonia, July to August 2023

Jakimovski, Dejan; Grozdanovski, Krsto; Rangelov, Goran; Pavleva, Verica; Banović, Pavle; Cabezas-Cruz, Alejandro; Spasovska, Katerina

doi:10.2807/1560-7917.es.2023.28.34.2300409

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“…Up to 2010, an additional 12 human cases were recorded [ 98 ], none of which were fatal. More than 50 years after the first outbreak, a new fatal autochthonous case of CCHFV infection in a patient from the village of Kuchica, near Shtip, and a nosocomial infection in a healthcare worker who cared for the patient were described by Jakimovski et al [ 129 ]. Countrywide, serological studies conducted on sera collected from cattle [ 130 ], sheep and goats [ 131 ] revealed a high seroprevalence of CCHFV and widespread distribution of the virus in the country.…”

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Ixodid ticks and zoonotic tick-borne pathogens of the Western Balkans

Kapo,

Zuber Bogdanović,

Gagović

et al. 2024

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Ixodid ticks are distributed across all countries of the Western Balkans, with a high diversity of species. Many of these species serve as vectors of pathogens of veterinary and medical importance. Given the scattered data from Western Balkan countries, we have conducted a comprehensive review of available literature, including some historical data, with the aim to compile information about all recorded tick species and associated zoonotic pathogens in this region. Based on the collected data, the tick fauna of the Western Balkans encompasses 32 tick species belonging to five genera: Ixodes, Haemaphysalis, Dermacentor, Rhipicephalus and Hyalomma. A range of pathogens responsible for human diseases has also been documented, including viruses, bacteria and parasites. In this review, we emphasize the necessity for integrated surveillance and reporting, urging authorities to foster research by providing financial support. Additionally, international and interdisciplinary collaborations should be encouraged that include the exchange of expertise, experiences and resources. The present collaborative effort can effectively address gaps in our knowledge of ticks and tick-borne diseases. Graphical Abstract

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Ixodid ticks and zoonotic tick-borne pathogens of the Western Balkans

Kapo,

Zuber Bogdanović,

Gagović

et al. 2024

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“…Although not the most prevalent tick-borne disease, Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever (CCHF) is one of the most concerning due to its severe and often fatal consequences in affected individuals, as well as its potential for pandemic spread under certain circumstances [7]. CCHF virus is widespread across Europe, Asia, and Africa [8][9][10]; however, it has never been reported in Australia and the Americas.…”

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