Factors influencing the occurrence of infectious disease outbreaks in Lebanon since the Syrian crisis

Helou, Mariana; Berlaer, Gerlant van; Yammine, Kaissar

doi:10.1080/20477724.2021.1957192

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“…The current study was conducted amid an ongoing outbreak of this diarrheal disease in Lebanon and Syria, with the latter country suffering from the consequences of civil war since 2011 [ 34 ]. The devastating public health impact of war has already been shown with reporting of cholera, typhoid, and hepatitis A outbreaks among Syrian refugees in Lebanon, with increased risk of tuberculosis and leishmaniasis, among other infectious diseases [ 35 , 36 , 37 ]. Therefore, the increased burden of infectious diseases can weaken an already fragile healthcare system and public health control measures in Lebanon, a country that has already been suffering from political turmoil and economic issues [ 38 ].…”

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Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice in a Sample of the Lebanese Population Regarding Cholera

Malaeb

Sallam

Younes

et al. 2022

IJERPH

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The evaluation of knowledge, attitude, and practices towards an emerging disease is an essential component of public health preventive measures during an outbreak. In October 2022, an outbreak of cholera was reported in Lebanon, which is the first to be reported in the Middle Eastern country for 30 years. This study aimed to explore the level of knowledge as well as attitude and practice of the general public in Lebanon towards cholera. A self-administered structured questionnaire was distributed via an online link to individuals living in Lebanon during October–November 2022. The survey instrument comprised items to assess the sociodemographic data; questions on knowledge about cholera symptoms, transmission, and prevention; as well as attitude and practice questions. Our study involved 553 participants, with a median age of 24 years and a majority of females (72.5%). The results showed that the majority of respondents correctly identified diarrhea as a symptom of cholera and recognized the spread via contaminated water and food. Having a university level education compared with secondary school or less (adjusted odds ratio (aOR) = 2.09), being married compared with single (aOR = 1.67), and working in the medical field compared with unemployed (aOR = 4.19) were significantly associated with higher odds of having good cholera knowledge. Having good knowledge compared with having a poor level of cholera knowledge (aOR = 1.83) and older age (aOR = 1.03) were significantly associated with higher odds of having a good attitude towards cholera. The current study showed an overall high knowledge score on cholera among the Lebanese population. Nevertheless, gaps in cholera knowledge were identified and should be addressed, particularly among workers in the medical field. Thus, we recommend targeted health education to the general population that aims to strengthen the health resilience in the community.

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Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice in a Sample of the Lebanese Population Regarding Cholera

Malaeb

Sallam

Younes

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“…Lebanon has been welcoming a large number of refugees ever since the crisis began. Thus, increasing the population by 30% further burdened this resource-limited country 12 . This constant influx of refugees has played a role in the transmission of cholera across the border.…”

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“…2 ). This was attributed to a lack of immunizations, a low socioeconomic status, and poor living conditions 12 .…”

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A minireview of cholera outbreak in Lebanon – a rising public health concern

Berjaoui

Akoum

Nouiri

et al. 2023

Annals of Medicine &Amp; Surgery

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Cholera is a highly contagious illness that can cause severe, acute, watery diarrhea. The WHO and the Lebanese Ministry of Health announced on the 10 October 2022 the re-emergence of Cholera in Lebanon. Data was collected from the Ministry of Public Health in Lebanon, the WHO, news announcements, as well as from online databases such as PubMed, Science Direct, news, conferences, and press releases on the current cholera outbreak. More than 669 confirmed cholera cases and 23 deaths have been reported in Lebanon up until 29 December 2022. The Ministry of Public Health is providing cooperation and support in containing the disease and covering the hospital and treatment expenses for cholera patients. This paper aims to study the epidemiology of cholera, focusing on the most recent cholera outbreak in Lebanon, and to suggest some recommendations that can be followed to fight off this outbreak.

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“…After the beginning of the Syrian crisis, increased rates of infectious diseases were reported in Syria and other neighboring countries hosting displaced refugees from Syria. [1][2][3][4] The emergence of tuberculosis, measles, mumps, hepatitis A, leishmaniosis, cholera, and polio were observed. [1][2][3][4] Lebanon has the largest immigration rate per capita in the Mediterranean region.…”

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“…[1][2][3][4] The emergence of tuberculosis, measles, mumps, hepatitis A, leishmaniosis, cholera, and polio were observed. [1][2][3][4] Lebanon has the largest immigration rate per capita in the Mediterranean region. Just after the Syrian migration, studies reported simultaneous increase in infectious diseases in Lebanon.…”

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Measles Outbreak in Lebanon: July 2023

Helou,

Mouawad,

El Ters

et al. 2024

Disaster med. public health prep.

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After the beginning of the Syrian crisis, increased rates of infectious diseases were reported. Lebanon, a neighboring country with a major socioeconomic crisis, witnessed a measles outbreak since July 2023, with 519 reported suspected cases. Half of the cases were under 5 y of age, most of them were unvaccinated. The mass displacement of refugees from conflict areas in Syria to Lebanon and the low vaccination coverage have made the situation more challenging. Further efforts are required in Lebanon to address identified gaps to prevent or at least better control future outbreaks.

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Factors influencing the occurrence of infectious disease outbreaks in Lebanon since the Syrian crisis

Cited by 7 publications

References 21 publications

Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice in a Sample of the Lebanese Population Regarding Cholera

Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice in a Sample of the Lebanese Population Regarding Cholera

A minireview of cholera outbreak in Lebanon – a rising public health concern

Measles Outbreak in Lebanon: July 2023

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