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
Tags
earthquakes
public health
infectious diseases
disease surveillance
prevention strategies
vulnerable populations
post-disaster
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