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Descriptive epidemiology of Crimean – Congo hemorrhagic fever cases admitted to Kabul main hospitals during 2015 to 2018
Crimean – Congo hemorrhagic fever (CCHF) is a deadly viral disease that is transmitted to humans by tick bites and contact with an infected animal and humans’ fluids. This is a retrospective study designed to identify the descriptive epidemiology of registered CCHF cases and their related ...
A survey of tick infestation of animals before Eid-al-Adha as suspected cases of Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever (CCHF) in Kabul city’s streets and live animal markets
Ticks are considered the crucial vectors of many infectious agents and considered the main vectors and reservoirs of Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever (CCHF) virus which is endemic in Afghanistan. The main objective of this study was to determine the prevalence of tick infestation in animals brought to ...
A Cross-sectional Study of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Regarding Rabies Among Residents of Kabul City, Afghanistan
Objectives: The main aim of the present study was to assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice of Kabul City residents towards Rabies. Methods: A cross-sectional questionnaire survey was carried out from September to December 2022. Eight of the 22 districts of Kabul city were selected, and after ...
Assessment of Risk Factors and Incidence Rate of Sarcoptic Mange in Stray Dogs in Kabul City of Afghanistan
Objectives: This study aimed to detect and assess the prevalence rate of sarcoptic mange among stray dogs in Kabul, Afghanistan, and to determine whether factors such as age, gender, and season are associated with the incidence rate. Methods: This study was conducted from April to September 2023, involving ...