Leptospirosis: a silent epidemic disease

Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2013 Dec 16;10(12):7229-7234. doi: 10.3390/ijerph10127229.

Abstract

This special issue of International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health is dedicated to leptospirosis, an endemic zoonotic disease that is a cause of many acute undifferentiated fevers, especially in tropical countries. While it can be debated whether leptospirosis is an emerging disease, it is evident that it is becoming an emerging public health problem. It is recognized as a disease of epidemic potential that has a significant health impact in many parts of the world.

Publication types

  • Editorial
  • Introductory Journal Article

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Humans
  • Leptospira / physiology*
  • Leptospirosis / diagnosis
  • Leptospirosis / epidemiology*
  • Leptospirosis / microbiology
  • Neglected Diseases / diagnosis
  • Neglected Diseases / epidemiology*
  • Neglected Diseases / microbiology
  • Public Health