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Vector borne and zoonotic diseases (Larchmont, N.Y.)2007; 7(3); 403-410; doi: 10.1089/vbz.2006.0593

West Nile virus outbreak detection using syndromic monitoring in horses.

Abstract: Recent outbreaks of West Nile virus-associated (WNV) diseases, both in the old World and Americas, underline the importance for early warning systems that rapidly identify emerging and re-emerging diseases and thus help in their control. Traditional approaches of disease monitoring become less reliable and increasingly costly when used for rare health-related events, such as WNV outbreaks in southern France. The objective of this work was to discuss methodological issues related to syndromic monitoring of WNV-associated disease in Camargue horses by veterinary practitioners. Tracking cases of equine encephalitis by veterinarians is an example of such syndromic monitoring of an emerging disease. Signs of illness, observed prior diagnostic confirmation, can be of interest because they may provide an early warning for WNV circulation in a given area and allow authorities to take appropriate preventive measures for public health.
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Publication Date: 2007-09-05 PubMed ID: 17767410DOI: 10.1089/vbz.2006.0593Google Scholar: Lookup
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This research paper discusses the potential of using syndromic monitoring as an early warning system to track emerging and re-emerging cases of West Nile virus (WNV) in horses, particularly in the Camargue region of France. The researchers believe that observing signs of illness in horses, even before diagnostic confirmation, could serve as an early indicator of WNV spread in a given area and facilitate the implementation of necessary preventive measures.

Introduction

  • The study starts by emphasizing recent outbreaks of West Nile virus (WNV) across the globe. These outbreaks have highlighted the need for early warning systems that can quickly identify such emerging and re-emerging diseases and thus aid in disease control efforts.
  • It is noted that traditional disease-monitoring approaches are becoming less reliable and more expensive, primarily when used for rare health events such as WNV outbreaks in southern France.

Objective

  • The primary goal of this research is to discuss methodological issues related to syndromic monitoring of WNV-associated disease in horses living in the Camargue region of France. This monitoring is performed by veterinary practitioners.
  • The authors make the point that tracking cases of equine encephalitis—a symptom of WNV—in horses is an example of syndromic monitoring of an emerging disease.

Significance of the Study

  • The research, it is argued, has major implications for disease control efforts. Specifically, signs of illness in horses, even before the illness is diagnosed, can serve as an early warning signal for any WNV circulation in a particular area.
  • By detecting the disease early, authorities can take preventive measures to avoid its spread and minimize its impact on public health.

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APA
Leblond A, Hendrikx P, Sabatier P. (2007). West Nile virus outbreak detection using syndromic monitoring in horses. Vector Borne Zoonotic Dis, 7(3), 403-410. https://doi.org/10.1089/vbz.2006.0593

Publication

Vector borne and zoonotic diseases (Larchmont, N.Y.)
ISSN: 1530-3667
NlmUniqueID: 100965525
Country: United States
Language: English
Volume: 7
Issue: 3
Pages: 403-410

Researcher Affiliations

Leblond, A
  • UMR CNRS 5525 TIMC, Unit Environnement et Prévisions de la Santé des Populations, Ecole Nationale Vétérinaire de Lyon, Université de Lyon, Marcy l'Etoile, Lyon, France. a.leblond@vet-lyon.fr
Hendrikx, P
    Sabatier, P

      MeSH Terms

      • Animals
      • Disease Outbreaks
      • Encephalomyelitis, Equine / diagnosis
      • Encephalomyelitis, Equine / epidemiology
      • France
      • Horse Diseases / diagnosis
      • Horse Diseases / epidemiology
      • Horses
      • Predictive Value of Tests
      • Sentinel Surveillance
      • Time Factors
      • West Nile Fever / epidemiology
      • West Nile virus / physiology

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