Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Merce Herrero"
- Merce Herrero's recent research primarily focuses on the epidemiology and socio-economic impacts of visceral leishmaniasis and other infectious diseases, particularly in low- and middle-income countries like Ethiopia and communities in Spain, aiming to improve diagnostics and healthcare access for affected populations.
- Key findings highlight the significant economic burden of visceral leishmaniasis on households in Ethiopia, barriers faced by mobile workers in accessing healthcare, and the growing concern of antimicrobial resistance in Neisseria gonorrhoeae in Catalonia, reflecting a need for targeted public health interventions.
- Herrero's work utilizes a variety of research methodologies, from field studies and qualitative interviews to integrated genomic surveillance, contributing valuable insights into disease transmission dynamics and public health strategies during crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
