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Leveraging Digital Innovations to Combat Antimalarial Resistance in South and East Africa

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: for improving the identification of leptospirosis cases.This strategy can help inform clinicians about the importance of early treatment initiation and guide public health messaging to prevent exposure to contaminated floodwaters.Additionally, advanced age emerged as a significant predictor of adverse outcomes.A comprehensive understanding of the diverse clinical manifestations and risk factors associated with leptospirosis is essential for healthcare providers aiming to improve patient outcomes.

Source: International Journal of Infectious Diseases

DOI: 10.1016/j.ijid.2024.107650

Authors: Dr Stephanie Van Wyk, Dr Ishen Seocharan, Dr Eulambius Mlugu, Dr Donnie Mategula, Ms Tikhala Makhaza, Prof. Karen Barnes

Institutions: University of Cape Town, South African Medical Research Council, Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, Malawi-Liverpool-Wellcome Trust Clinical Research Programme

Language: English

Topic: Malaria Research and Control

Subfield: Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,900