Epidemiology and Transmission Dynamics of Viral Encephalitides in West Africa
Encephalitis is an inflammation of the brain, often caused by an autoimmune reaction, or in most cases because of a direct viral, bacterial, or parasitic infection. Viral encephalitides (VE) presents a significant public health concern globally, especially in West Africa. There are more than five hu...
Main Authors: | Olalekan Chris Akinsulie, Ridwan Olamilekan Adesola, Victor Ayodele Aliyu, Ifeoluwa Peace Oladapo, Abdulafees Hamzat |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-09-01
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Series: | Infectious Disease Reports |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2036-7449/15/5/50 |
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