Medicine and Health

The Impact of Earthquakes on Public Health: A Narrative Review of Infectious Diseases in the Post-Disaster Period Aiming to Disaster Risk Reduction

M. Mavrouli, S. Mavroulis, et al.

Discover the post-earthquake challenges to public health as researchers Maria Mavrouli, Spyridon Mavroulis, Efthymios Lekkas, and Athanassios Tsakris delve into the rise of infectious diseases. Uncover the patterns, symptoms, and vital prevention strategies crucial for safeguarding vulnerable populations in disaster-stricken areas.

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Abstract

This narrative review examines the impact of earthquakes on public health, focusing on infectious diseases in the post-disaster period. It reviews worldwide earthquake-triggered infectious diseases, their symptoms, causative pathogens, risk factors, vulnerable populations, and prevention strategies. Respiratory, gastrointestinal, vector-borne, wound, and skin infections are prevalent. The study emphasizes establishing a robust disease surveillance system for early identification and response to outbreaks.

Publisher

Microorganisms

Published On

Feb 07, 2023

Authors

Maria Mavrouli, Spyridon Mavroulis, Efthymios Lekkas, Athanassios Tsakris

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