SENTINEL

Зарубежное эпидобозрение

Democratic Republic of the Congo · Africa

A case of Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever has been confirmed in a resident of Mosul following laboratory analysis. The individual was hospitalized and is receiving treatment under isolation.

SURVEILLANCE

Global · Global

This review details the development and maintenance of an infection prevention and control program at a Serbian hospital over two decades. The program's foundation is ongoing epidemiological surveillance, which helps identify infection patterns and risks. Over time, the program has grown to include microbiology, antimicrobial use monitoring, education, research, and teamwork. The experience gained through various challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizes the need for flexibility and ongoing institutional support. The key takeaway is that successful infection prevention requires more than just surveillance and technical measures; it also needs trained staff, clinician involvemen...

Meningococcal disease

Israel and Palestine · Middle East

Hospitals in Gaza are experiencing a significant increase in meningitis cases among children. This surge is attributed to conditions in overcrowded displacement camps, including contaminated water, poor sanitation, and malnutrition, which make children more susceptible to infections. Doctors are concerned about the spread of the disease and the challenges in treating it due to shortages of essential medications. The situation highlights the urgent need for improved access to treatment, safe water, sanitation, and adequate nutrition to prevent severe outcomes and long-term disabilities in children.