Low to medium-low risk perception for dengue, chikungunya and Zika outbreaks by infectious diseases physicians in France, Western Europe

Tyrant, Marion Le; Bley, Daniel; Leport, Catherine; Alfandari, S.; Guégan, Jean‐François

doi:10.1186/s12889-019-7317-9

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“…However, the same study suggested that an earlier outbreak detection by just two generations of transmission (about 3 weeks) could have reduced the number of cases occurring after outbreak detection by over two thirds, therefore stressing the importance of a surveillance system capable of quickly detecting the introduction of tropical arboviruses, as also observed in France where anticipating vector control intervention by 10 days would have reduced the final outbreak size by 30–40% fewer cases [ 25 , 32 ]. This may be achieved, at least for chikungunya and other non-endemic diseases, by means of preventive rather than reactive measures such as strengthening surveillance of imported cases, raising awareness in both travelers and general practitioners [ 13 , 33 ] and an integrated management of vector population [ 31 , 34 ].…”

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Reporting delays of chikungunya cases during the 2017 outbreak in Lazio region, Italy

Manica,

Marini,

Solimini

et al. 2023

PLoS Negl Trop Dis

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Background Emerging arboviral diseases in Europe pose a challenge due to difficulties in detecting and diagnosing cases during the initial circulation of the pathogen. Early outbreak detection enables public health authorities to take effective actions to reduce disease transmission. Quantification of the reporting delays of cases is vital to plan and assess surveillance and control strategies. Here, we provide estimates of reporting delays during an emerging arboviral outbreak and indications on how delays may have impacted onward transmission. Methodology/principal findings Using descriptive statistics and Kaplan-Meyer curves we analyzed case reporting delays (the period between the date of symptom onset and the date of notification to the public health authorities) during the 2017 Italian chikungunya outbreak. We further investigated the effect of outbreak detection on reporting delays by means of a Cox proportional hazard model. We estimated that the overall median reporting delay was 15.5 days, but this was reduced to 8 days after the notification of the first case. Cases with symptom onset after outbreak detection had about a 3.5 times higher reporting rate, however only 3.6% were notified within 24h from symptom onset. Remarkably, we found that 45.9% of identified cases developed symptoms before the detection of the outbreak. Conclusions/significance These results suggest that efforts should be undertaken to improve the early detection and identification of arboviral cases, as well as the management of vector species to mitigate the impact of long reporting delays.

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Reporting delays of chikungunya cases during the 2017 outbreak in Lazio region, Italy

Manica,

Marini,

Solimini

et al. 2023

PLoS Negl Trop Dis

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“…These findings suggest that gardeners’ community and, to a larger extent, French urban citizens are not prepared to face a potential arbovirus outbreak. Despite the expansion of arboviral diseases in France and on a larger scale in Europe, the European population does not perceive the risk of transmission of these viruses by mosquitoes as a serious problem for the future [ 35 , 40 , 46 ]. Educating people on the dual threat mosquitoes pose in terms biting and disease transmission could have broad implications due to their immediate impact through deterioration of quality of life by bites and the future consequences by proliferation of mosquito-borne diseases.…”

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How do attitudes shape protective practices against the Asian tiger mosquito in community gardens in a nonendemic country?

2022

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Background The Asian tiger mosquito Aedes albopictus is responsible for the transmission of many arboviruses worldwide and is well adapted to thrive in urban environments. In mainland France, a nonendemic area, this mosquito is responsible for several autochthonous and imported cases of chikungunya and dengue each year. Better management and prevention of mosquito-borne disease transmission in nonendemic areas is thus of global concern. In this context, the aim of this study was to provide a better understanding of mosquito–human interactions as well as human behavior and beliefs in regard to this mosquito species in urban areas. Methods We focused on people who participate in community gardens, which are increasingly popular initiatives in metropolitan France and are conducive to the development of tiger mosquitoes. To evaluate community gardeners’ knowledge and practices in relation to mosquito management and control, we conducted a knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) survey. Results In contrast to previous KAP studies, we showed that attitudes, more than knowledge, influence the practices of community gardeners in relation to mosquitoes. Interestingly, all gardeners who participated in the survey were concerned about the Asian tiger mosquito and were motivated to incorporate mosquito control methods in their gardens. Moreover, mosquitoes were perceived as nuisances rather than disease vector species. A change in community gardeners’ perceptions could facilitate more appropriate behavior to control this species. Conclusions This survey reveals the lack of knowledge and awareness of good practices for the efficient control of the Asian tiger mosquito in green urban areas. Graphical Abstract

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“…Regarding rare CD, health professionals often lack the necessary skills to correctly identify and treat unfamiliar pathologies, due to their low prevalence in the countries where they are working or because they are newly emerging diseases [14]. In the same way, the increase in global mobility for tourism or trade poses similar risks of rare diseases in travellers, often implying a particular challenge for diagnosis and management [11].…”

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European expert network on rare communicable diseases and other rare diseases linked to mobility and globalisation focused on health care provision (EURaDMoG): a feasibility study

Requena‐Méndez

Bisoffi

Vives‐Corrons

et al. 2020

Orphanet J Rare Dis

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Introduction In the current mobility and globalization context, there is a growing need to identify potential changes on the pattern of diseases in the European Union (EU)/European Economic Area (EEA) and provide accurate diagnosis and treatment for the population. The pattern of rare communicable diseases that can affect people returning to EU/EEA from travel abroad, visiting EU/EEA or establishing in the EU/EEA is of special relevance. The objective of this manuscript is to give an overview about the EURaDMoG study and discuss the feasibility of establishing a European network on rare communicable diseases and other rare conditions linked to mobility and globalization. Methods We undertook a three-steps process where we first conducted a narrative review to estimate the prevalence and incidence and to list rare communicable and non-communicable diseases linked to mobility and globalization in the EU/EEA; second, we organized an international consultation workshop with experts in the diseases previously selected; and finally, the feasibility study analysed how successful a European expert network on rare diseases linked to mobility and globalization focused on health care provision would be, accounting for different operational and also sustainability criteria. Results First, considering the areas or topics that the network should cover, it was concluded that communicable and non-communicable rare diseases linked to mobility and globalization should be differentiated. Second, since all non-communicable rare diseases linked to mobility and globalization identified are already covered by different European Reference Networks (ERNs), there is no need for them to be included in a new European network. Three scenarios were considered for establishing a potential European network for rare communicable diseases linked to Mobility and Globalisation with a focus on Health Care provision: 1) To maintain the current situation “Status Quo” scenario; 2) to create a specific European expert network (EEN) on rare communicable diseases linked to mobility and globalisation; 3) to develop a new ERN on communicable rare diseases linked to mobility and globalisation. Conclusions Since the focus is the provision of health care, an ERN could have the potential to better boost the quality of care being facilitated by technological tools and online platforms that permit the safe and ethically acceptable exchange of data. However, this potential new network should not eclipse current existing networks and they should be complementary.

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Low to medium-low risk perception for dengue, chikungunya and Zika outbreaks by infectious diseases physicians in France, Western Europe

Cited by 6 publications

References 50 publications

Reporting delays of chikungunya cases during the 2017 outbreak in Lazio region, Italy

Reporting delays of chikungunya cases during the 2017 outbreak in Lazio region, Italy

How do attitudes shape protective practices against the Asian tiger mosquito in community gardens in a nonendemic country?

European expert network on rare communicable diseases and other rare diseases linked to mobility and globalisation focused on health care provision (EURaDMoG): a feasibility study

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