Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Desmond Curran"
- Desmond Curran's recent research primarily focuses on the epidemiology and healthcare implications of herpes zoster (HZ) and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), particularly in older adults and immunocompromised populations, examining aspects such as incidence, complications, and vaccination effectiveness.
- A systematic review highlighted the incidence of HZ complications, showing significant impacts on various populations, while a meta-analysis quantified differential utility losses between vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals, reinforcing the value of vaccination.
- Curran's studies also explore the environmental and economic ramifications of HZ healthcare utilization, revealing substantial carbon costs, and assess the public health impact of innovative vaccine strategies in addressing respiratory infections, thereby contributing to the discourse on healthy aging and vaccine-preventable diseases.
