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View article: Estimation of the Respiratory Syncytial Virus Hospitalization Burden in Older Adults in the Veneto Region, Italy: A Modeling Study
Estimation of the Respiratory Syncytial Virus Hospitalization Burden in Older Adults in the Veneto Region, Italy: A Modeling Study Open
View article: Risk assessment and perspectives of local transmission of chikungunya and dengue in Italy, a European forerunner
Risk assessment and perspectives of local transmission of chikungunya and dengue in Italy, a European forerunner Open
To address the growing frequency, extension, and size of local arboviral outbreaks in Europe we retrospectively analyzed dengue and chikungunya transmission in Italy from 2006 to 2023. We applied generalized additive models to the records …
View article: Preparedness and response to the international poliovirus and diphtheria reintroduction alert: public health interventions and strategy review in the Veneto Region, Italy
Preparedness and response to the international poliovirus and diphtheria reintroduction alert: public health interventions and strategy review in the Veneto Region, Italy Open
Background Diphtheria and polio continue to pose significant public health challenges globally, making sustained high vaccination coverage crucial. This study examines the strategies adopted in the Veneto Region to enhance vaccination rate…
View article: Mathematical Contact Tracing Models for the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Systematic Review of the Literature
Mathematical Contact Tracing Models for the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Systematic Review of the Literature Open
Background: Contact tracing (CT) is a primary means of controlling infectious diseases, such as coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), especially in the early months of the pandemic. Objectives: This work is a systematic review of mathematic…
View article: Surveillance of Pediatric Invasive Bacterial Diseases in the Veneto Region: Epidemiological Trends and Outcomes over 17 Years (2007–2023)
Surveillance of Pediatric Invasive Bacterial Diseases in the Veneto Region: Epidemiological Trends and Outcomes over 17 Years (2007–2023) Open
Introduction: Invasive bacterial diseases (IBDs) such as meningitis and sepsis are significant public health concerns, particularly in pediatric populations. This study analyzes the incidence, outcomes, and bacterial serotype distribution …
View article: Retrospective and Prospective Surveillance and Clinical Presentation of Parvovirus B19 in Veneto, Italy, 2024
Retrospective and Prospective Surveillance and Clinical Presentation of Parvovirus B19 in Veneto, Italy, 2024 Open
The recent increase in parvovirus B19 (B19V) infections across Europe has underscored the need for enhanced surveillance. In Italy, B19V surveillance is not mandated nationally. This ambispective (retrospective and prospective) study aimed…
View article: Antimicrobial Stewardship and Infection Prevention and Control in the Veneto Region, Northeastern Italy: Governance Models, Resources, and Key Challenges Across Hospital and Community Settings—Findings from the ARCO Project
Antimicrobial Stewardship and Infection Prevention and Control in the Veneto Region, Northeastern Italy: Governance Models, Resources, and Key Challenges Across Hospital and Community Settings—Findings from the ARCO Project Open
Antimicrobial resistance represents a global health challenge, with Italy among the most affected countries in Europe. In response, the Veneto Region developed governance models to enhance antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) and infection prev…
View article: Contact Tracing During the COVID-19 Epidemic: Insights from the Experience of the Veneto Region in Italy
Contact Tracing During the COVID-19 Epidemic: Insights from the Experience of the Veneto Region in Italy Open
Background: Nonpharmaceutical public health interventions, such as contact tracing (CT), have been widely implemented worldwide to mitigate the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Objectives: This study investigated the associat…
View article: The incidence of outpatient care within 24 months from SARS-CoV-2 infection in the general population: a multicenter population-based cohort study
The incidence of outpatient care within 24 months from SARS-CoV-2 infection in the general population: a multicenter population-based cohort study Open
View article: Epidemiology and Rare Clinical Presentations of Parvovirus B19 During the 2024 Outbreak in Veneto, Italy
Epidemiology and Rare Clinical Presentations of Parvovirus B19 During the 2024 Outbreak in Veneto, Italy Open
The recent increase in parvovirus B19 (B19V) infections across Europe has underscored the need for enhanced surveillance. In Italy, where B19V surveillance is not mandated nationally, this study aimed to assess the epidemiological and clin…
View article: Antimicrobial Stewardship and Infection Prevention and Control in the Veneto Region, Northeastern Italy: Governance Models, Resources, and Key Challenges Across Hospital and Community Settings. Findings from the ARCO Project
Antimicrobial Stewardship and Infection Prevention and Control in the Veneto Region, Northeastern Italy: Governance Models, Resources, and Key Challenges Across Hospital and Community Settings. Findings from the ARCO Project Open
Antimicrobial resistance represents a global health challenge, with Italy among the most affected countries in Europe. In response, the Veneto Region developed governance models to enhance antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) and infection prev…
View article: Invasive Pneumococcal Diseases in People over 65 in Veneto Region Surveillance
Invasive Pneumococcal Diseases in People over 65 in Veneto Region Surveillance Open
Background: Elderly individuals over 65, along with children under 5, are the most affected by invasive pneumococcal diseases (IPDs). Monitoring vaccination coverage and conducting surveillance are essential for guiding evidence-based prev…
View article: Pneumonia-Related Hospitalizations among the Elderly: A Retrospective Study in Northeast Italy
Pneumonia-Related Hospitalizations among the Elderly: A Retrospective Study in Northeast Italy Open
Background: In both the elderly and children, pneumonia remains one of the leading causes of hospitalization. This study aimed to assess the impact of pneumonia-related hospitalizations in the population over 65 years of age in the Veneto …
View article: Hospitalizations for Suicidal Events: Reiteration Risk—The Experience in the Veneto Region, Italy
Hospitalizations for Suicidal Events: Reiteration Risk—The Experience in the Veneto Region, Italy Open
Suicidality poses a significant public health threat and stands as a leading cause of death and disability. Aside from committed suicides, a substantial portion of suicidal behaviors comprises suicide attempts and suicidal ideation. These …
View article: Safety profile assessment of HPV4 and HPV9 vaccines through the passive surveillance system of the Veneto Region (Italy) between 2008 and 2022: A 15-year retrospective observational study
Safety profile assessment of HPV4 and HPV9 vaccines through the passive surveillance system of the Veneto Region (Italy) between 2008 and 2022: A 15-year retrospective observational study Open
View article: Adverse events following Measles-Mumps-Rubella and varicella immunization: A safety profile analysis and comparison of different vaccination schedules based on the Italian Pharmacovigilance Network in the Veneto Region
Adverse events following Measles-Mumps-Rubella and varicella immunization: A safety profile analysis and comparison of different vaccination schedules based on the Italian Pharmacovigilance Network in the Veneto Region Open
View article: The incidence and risk factors of selected drug prescriptions and outpatient care after SARS-CoV-2 infection in low-risk subjects: a multicenter population-based cohort study
The incidence and risk factors of selected drug prescriptions and outpatient care after SARS-CoV-2 infection in low-risk subjects: a multicenter population-based cohort study Open
Background Knowledge about the dynamics of transmission of SARS-CoV-2 and the clinical aspects of COVID-19 has steadily increased over time, although evidence of the determinants of disease severity and duration is still limited and mainly…
View article: Mathematical contact tracing models for the COVID-19 pandemic: A systematic review of the literature (Preprint)
Mathematical contact tracing models for the COVID-19 pandemic: A systematic review of the literature (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Background Contact tracing (CT) is a primary means of controlling infectious diseases such as Coronavirus disease 2019, especially in the first months of the pandemic. OBJECTIVE This work is a systematic review of mathematica…
View article: Four-Component Recombinant Protein–Based Vaccine Effectiveness Against Serogroup B Meningococcal Disease in Italy
Four-Component Recombinant Protein–Based Vaccine Effectiveness Against Serogroup B Meningococcal Disease in Italy Open
Importance Population-based data on the 4-component recombinant protein–based (4CMenB) vaccine effectiveness and reduction in incidence rate ratios (IRRs) are continuously needed to assess vaccine performance in the prevention of serogroup…
View article: RAPID EMERGENCE OF CANDIDA AURIS IN NORTH ITALY, 2019 TO JULY 2022
RAPID EMERGENCE OF CANDIDA AURIS IN NORTH ITALY, 2019 TO JULY 2022 Open
Intro: Candida auris represents a serious global health threat. Cases have been reported from over 40 countries in six continents. In Italy, the 1st case was detected in July 2019, never reported to the Ministry of Health (MoH); 2 cases we…
View article: Improving the Quality of Healthcare Provision Regarding HPV Immunization for Women with CIN2+ Lesions: The Experience of the Veneto Region in Italy
Improving the Quality of Healthcare Provision Regarding HPV Immunization for Women with CIN2+ Lesions: The Experience of the Veneto Region in Italy Open
HPV is the most common cause of sexually-transmitted infections the world over. The aim of this study was to assess the impact of a healthcare quality improvement strategy designed to increase the rate of vaccination against HPV in women d…
View article: Increasing Number of Cases Due to Candida auris in North Italy, July 2019–December 2022
Increasing Number of Cases Due to Candida auris in North Italy, July 2019–December 2022 Open
Candida auris is an emerging fungus that represents a serious health threat globally. In Italy, the first case was detected in July 2019. Then, one case was reported to the Ministry of Health (MoH) on January 2020. Nine months later, a hug…
View article: Adverse Events Following Measles-Mumps-Rubella and Varicella Immunization: A Safety Profile Analysis and Comparison of Different Vaccination Schedules Based on the Italian Pharmacovigilance Network in the Veneto Region
Adverse Events Following Measles-Mumps-Rubella and Varicella Immunization: A Safety Profile Analysis and Comparison of Different Vaccination Schedules Based on the Italian Pharmacovigilance Network in the Veneto Region Open
View article: COVID-19 Vaccine Effectiveness against Omicron Variant among Underage Subjects: The Veneto Region’s Experience
COVID-19 Vaccine Effectiveness against Omicron Variant among Underage Subjects: The Veneto Region’s Experience Open
Even if most of the complications due to COVID-19 are observed in the elderly, in Italy the impact of COVID-19 among young people has not been negligible. Furthermore, their contribution to SARS-CoV-2 circulation is still unclear. These re…
View article: Differences in Immunological Evasion of the Delta (B.1.617.2) and Omicron (B.1.1.529) SARS-CoV-2 Variants: A Retrospective Study on the Veneto Region’s Population
Differences in Immunological Evasion of the Delta (B.1.617.2) and Omicron (B.1.1.529) SARS-CoV-2 Variants: A Retrospective Study on the Veneto Region’s Population Open
In December 2021–January 2022 the Veneto region in Italy faced an unprecedented wave of SARS-CoV-2 infections, even though both the vaccine coverage and the number of previously infected individuals keep increasing. In this study we addres…
View article: “Would You Get Vaccinated against COVID-19?” The Picture Emerging from a Study on the Prevalence of SARS-CoV-2 Infection in the General Population of the Veneto Region
“Would You Get Vaccinated against COVID-19?” The Picture Emerging from a Study on the Prevalence of SARS-CoV-2 Infection in the General Population of the Veneto Region Open
COVID-19 disease, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, continues to cause high hospitalization and death rates. Vaccination campaigns have been key to controlling the pandemic, but vaccine hesitancy is on the rise. This study investigated the g…
View article: The Effectiveness of a Diverse COVID-19 Vaccine Portfolio and Its Impact on the Persistence of Positivity and Length of Hospital Stays: The Veneto Region’s Experience
The Effectiveness of a Diverse COVID-19 Vaccine Portfolio and Its Impact on the Persistence of Positivity and Length of Hospital Stays: The Veneto Region’s Experience Open
The vaccination campaign for the Veneto region (northeastern Italy) started on 27 December 2020. As of early December 2021, 75.1% of the whole Veneto population has been fully vaccinated. Vaccine efficacy has been demonstrated in many clin…
View article: Surveillance of Outbreaks of SARS-CoV-2 Infections at School in the Veneto Region: Methods and Results of the Public Health Response during the Second and Third Waves of the Pandemic between January and June 2021
Surveillance of Outbreaks of SARS-CoV-2 Infections at School in the Veneto Region: Methods and Results of the Public Health Response during the Second and Third Waves of the Pandemic between January and June 2021 Open
During the COVID-19 pandemic, many countries adopted various non-pharmacological interventions to contain the number of infections. The most often used policy was school closures. We describe the strategy adopted by the Veneto Regional Aut…
View article: Prevalence of Asymptomatic SARS-CoV-2 Infection in the General Population of the Veneto Region: Results of a Screening Campaign with Third-Generation Rapid Antigen Tests in the Pre-Vaccine Era
Prevalence of Asymptomatic SARS-CoV-2 Infection in the General Population of the Veneto Region: Results of a Screening Campaign with Third-Generation Rapid Antigen Tests in the Pre-Vaccine Era Open
The aim of our study was to ascertain the prevalence of SARS-CoV-2 infection in the general population during a period of moderate risk, just before Italy started to implement its vaccination campaign. A third-generation antigenic nasal sw…
View article: Epidemiology and public health response in early phase of COVID-19 pandemic, Veneto Region, Italy, 21 February to 2 April 2020
Epidemiology and public health response in early phase of COVID-19 pandemic, Veneto Region, Italy, 21 February to 2 April 2020 Open
Background Veneto was one of the Italian regions hit hardest by the early phase of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. Aim This paper describes the public health response and epidemiology of severe acute respiratory syndrome coron…