Introduction of Vector-Borne Infections in Europe: Emerging and Re-Emerging Viral Pathogens with Potential Impact on One Health
The rise and resurgence of vector-borne diseases (VBDs) in Europe pose an expanding public health challenge, exacerbated by climate change, globalization, and ecological disruptions. Both arthropod-borne viruses (arboviruses) transmitted by ticks such as Crimean–Congo hemorrhagic fever and arbovirus...
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| author | Jacopo Logiudice Maria Alberti Andrea Ciccarone Benedetta Rossi Giorgio Tiecco Maria Antonia De Francesco Eugenia Quiros-Roldan |
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| description | The rise and resurgence of vector-borne diseases (VBDs) in Europe pose an expanding public health challenge, exacerbated by climate change, globalization, and ecological disruptions. Both arthropod-borne viruses (arboviruses) transmitted by ticks such as Crimean–Congo hemorrhagic fever and arboviruses transmitted by mosquitoes like dengue, Chikungunya, Zika, and Japanese encephalitis have broadened their distribution due to rising temperatures, changes in rainfall, and increased human mobility. By emphasizing the importance of interconnected human, animal, and environmental health, integrated One Health strategies are crucial in addressing this complex issue. Europe faces increased risk due to the expanding habitats of disease-carrying organisms, the spread of new species like <i>Aedes albopictus</i> since 2013, and increased movement of infected individuals between countries, leading European countries to implement strategies such as enhanced surveillance systems, public awareness campaigns, and prompt outbreak response strategies. However, the lack of both targeted antiviral therapies and vaccines for many arboviruses, together with undetected or asymptomatic cases, hamper containment efforts. Therefore, it is important to have integrated strategies that combine climate modeling, disease surveillance, and public health interventions to address expected changes in disease patterns due to global changes. This review explores the spread of arboviruses in Europe, highlighting their historical context, current transmission dynamics, and their impact on public health. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-934484fc4f7248aba7efc44561cec8452025-01-24T13:44:46ZengMDPI AGPathogens2076-08172025-01-011416310.3390/pathogens14010063Introduction of Vector-Borne Infections in Europe: Emerging and Re-Emerging Viral Pathogens with Potential Impact on One HealthJacopo Logiudice0Maria Alberti1Andrea Ciccarone2Benedetta Rossi3Giorgio Tiecco4Maria Antonia De Francesco5Eugenia Quiros-Roldan6Department of Clinical and Experimental Sciences, Unit of Infectious and Tropical Diseases, University of Brescia, ASST Spedali Civili di Brescia, 25123 Brescia, ItalyDepartment of Clinical and Experimental Sciences, Unit of Infectious and Tropical Diseases, University of Brescia, ASST Spedali Civili di Brescia, 25123 Brescia, ItalyDepartment of Clinical and Experimental Sciences, Unit of Infectious and Tropical Diseases, University of Brescia, ASST Spedali Civili di Brescia, 25123 Brescia, ItalyUnit of Infectious and Tropical Diseases, ASST Spedali Civili di Brescia, 25123 Brescia, ItalyDepartment of Clinical and Experimental Sciences, Unit of Infectious and Tropical Diseases, University of Brescia, ASST Spedali Civili di Brescia, 25123 Brescia, ItalySection of Microbiology, Department of Molecular and Translational Medicine, University of Brescia, ASST Spedali Civili, 25123 Brescia, ItalyDepartment of Clinical and Experimental Sciences, Unit of Infectious and Tropical Diseases, University of Brescia, ASST Spedali Civili di Brescia, 25123 Brescia, ItalyThe rise and resurgence of vector-borne diseases (VBDs) in Europe pose an expanding public health challenge, exacerbated by climate change, globalization, and ecological disruptions. Both arthropod-borne viruses (arboviruses) transmitted by ticks such as Crimean–Congo hemorrhagic fever and arboviruses transmitted by mosquitoes like dengue, Chikungunya, Zika, and Japanese encephalitis have broadened their distribution due to rising temperatures, changes in rainfall, and increased human mobility. By emphasizing the importance of interconnected human, animal, and environmental health, integrated One Health strategies are crucial in addressing this complex issue. Europe faces increased risk due to the expanding habitats of disease-carrying organisms, the spread of new species like <i>Aedes albopictus</i> since 2013, and increased movement of infected individuals between countries, leading European countries to implement strategies such as enhanced surveillance systems, public awareness campaigns, and prompt outbreak response strategies. However, the lack of both targeted antiviral therapies and vaccines for many arboviruses, together with undetected or asymptomatic cases, hamper containment efforts. Therefore, it is important to have integrated strategies that combine climate modeling, disease surveillance, and public health interventions to address expected changes in disease patterns due to global changes. This review explores the spread of arboviruses in Europe, highlighting their historical context, current transmission dynamics, and their impact on public health.https://www.mdpi.com/2076-0817/14/1/63vector-bornemosquitoestickOne Healthclimate |
| spellingShingle | Jacopo Logiudice Maria Alberti Andrea Ciccarone Benedetta Rossi Giorgio Tiecco Maria Antonia De Francesco Eugenia Quiros-Roldan Introduction of Vector-Borne Infections in Europe: Emerging and Re-Emerging Viral Pathogens with Potential Impact on One Health Pathogens vector-borne mosquitoes tick One Health climate |
| title | Introduction of Vector-Borne Infections in Europe: Emerging and Re-Emerging Viral Pathogens with Potential Impact on One Health |
| title_full | Introduction of Vector-Borne Infections in Europe: Emerging and Re-Emerging Viral Pathogens with Potential Impact on One Health |
| title_fullStr | Introduction of Vector-Borne Infections in Europe: Emerging and Re-Emerging Viral Pathogens with Potential Impact on One Health |
| title_full_unstemmed | Introduction of Vector-Borne Infections in Europe: Emerging and Re-Emerging Viral Pathogens with Potential Impact on One Health |
| title_short | Introduction of Vector-Borne Infections in Europe: Emerging and Re-Emerging Viral Pathogens with Potential Impact on One Health |
| title_sort | introduction of vector borne infections in europe emerging and re emerging viral pathogens with potential impact on one health |
| topic | vector-borne mosquitoes tick One Health climate |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-0817/14/1/63 |
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