Department of Medicine, Karachi Medical and Dental College, Karachi, Pakistan.
Department of Medicine, Jinnah Sindh Medical University, Karachi, Pakistan.
Influenza Other Respir Viruses. 2024 Apr;18(4):e13287. doi: 10.1111/irv.13287.
Adenovirus, a common respiratory pathogen, has witnessed a notable rise in incidence rates across various regions in Pakistan. Utilizing epidemiological data and climate records, this research discerns a potential linkage between the burgeoning adenovirus cases and alterations in regional climate patterns. Through statistical analysis and modeling techniques, the study aims to elucidate the relationship between climatic variables, such as temperature, humidity, and precipitation, and the prevalence of adenovirus infections. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for developing effective public health interventions and preparedness strategies to mitigate the impact of adenovirus outbreaks in Pakistan. Furthermore, this research contributes to the broader discourse on the intersection of infectious diseases and climate change, highlighting the need for comprehensive adaptive measures to address emerging health challenges in a changing environment.
腺病毒是一种常见的呼吸道病原体,在巴基斯坦的各个地区发病率显著上升。本研究利用流行病学数据和气候记录,发现腺病毒病例的增加与区域气候模式的变化之间可能存在关联。通过统计分析和建模技术,该研究旨在阐明气候变量(如温度、湿度和降水)与腺病毒感染流行之间的关系。了解这些动态对于制定有效的公共卫生干预措施和准备策略以减轻巴基斯坦腺病毒爆发的影响至关重要。此外,这项研究还促进了关于传染病和气候变化交叉问题的更广泛讨论,强调需要采取综合适应措施来应对不断变化的环境中的新出现的健康挑战。