Publications by authors named "Julius Monday"
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- - Rubella, an RNA virus, is a significant cause of birth defects, but many African countries, including Liberia, do not include rubella vaccines in their immunization programs, prompting a need for research on its prevalence and affected populations.
- - An analysis of suspected-measles cases from 2017-2018 revealed out of 1307 tested for rubella IgM, 36% were positive, with the majority of confirmed cases occurring in children under 15 years, particularly aged 5-9 years.
- - The study found a majority of rubella cases were reported during Liberia's dry season (February to May), highlighting a concerning trend of infection not only in children but also in women of reproductive age and infants
Background: Lassa fever (LF) is a viral hemorrhagic disease caused by the Lassa virus (LASV) and endemic in West African countries with an estimation of 300,000 to 500,000 cases and 5,000 deaths annually. The Margibi County Health Team of Liberia received a report of an unidentified febrile illness case from the Kakata district. We conducted the investigation to identify the causative agent and the source of infection to support treatment, control and prevention interventions.
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