Publications by authors named "Moneerah S Al-Saeed"
Article Synopsis
- Flaviviruses pose a significant global health threat, with many causing vague febrile illnesses; in western Saudi Arabia, dengue virus (DENV) and Alkhumra hemorrhagic fever virus (AHFV) are endemic.
- A study analyzed 690 patient samples from 2010 to 2015 and discovered the presence of DENV-2, DENV-3, and AHFV, highlighting a concerning increase in DENV-2 infections and possible importation from travelers.
- The findings emphasize the need for ongoing surveillance and control measures for flaviviruses in Saudi Arabia, especially with millions of pilgrims visiting annually.
