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Acta Microbiologica Hellenica, Volume 70, Issue 2

2025 June - 15 articles

Cover Story: The sun-tailed monkey (Allochrocebus solatus) is an endangered primate endemic to Gabon that is threatened by deforestation and hunting. While gastrointestinal infections have been investigated in this species, the influence of blood parasites remains largely unexplored. In this study. we use molecular tools and phylogenetic analysis to reveal the diversity of blood parasites in captive individuals. These findings will contribute to the surveillance of zoonotic diseases and conservation efforts within the One Health framework. View this paper
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Articles (15)

  • Review
  • Open Access
1 Citations
3,475 Views
23 Pages

Talaromyces marneffei Outside Endemic Regions: An Overlooked Mycosis Under a One-Health Lens

  • Paulo Afonso,
  • Luís Cardoso,
  • Ana Sofia Soares,
  • Manuela Matos,
  • Hélder Quintas and
  • Ana Cláudia Coelho

Talaromyces marneffei is a zoonotic dimorphic pathogen endemic to Southeast Asia and reported in 33 countries, with an estimated 17,300 human cases and 4900 deaths annually. We aimed to identify the best available evidence regarding the epidemiologic...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1,660 Views
11 Pages

Antibiotic Resistance Profiles of Diarrhoeagenic Enterobacterales in Bioko Island, Equatorial Guinea

  • Úrsula-Eva Eñeso Efuá,
  • Silvia Herrera-León,
  • Fátima Patabobe,
  • Pascual Erasmo Owono and
  • Agustín Benito

Acute diarrhoeal disease caused by antibiotic-resistant diarrhoeagenic bacteria is a significant global public health issue, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. This study provides the first molecular characterisation of antimicrobial r...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
7,948 Views
11 Pages

Sexually Transmitted Diseases and Their Associated Factors in a Cohort in Da Nang City: An Alarming Trend in Syphilis Rates and Infection at Young Ages

  • Thuy Thi Le,
  • Trinh ThiDoan Nguyen,
  • Ngan DangThu Nguyen,
  • Hoang Huy Nguyen,
  • Hoa ThiMinh Hoang,
  • Lam ThiKieu Bui,
  • Minh Van Nguyen,
  • Cong Phi Dang and
  • Van Cao

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) remain a global issue, causing health problems and financial burdens. This study aimed to provide an update on the invasive pathogens and analyze any associated factors in patients visiting Da Nang Dermato-Vener...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1,497 Views
9 Pages

Waste Collection and Viral Hepatitis: Assessing the Occupational Risk of HBV and HCV

  • Lorenzo Ippoliti,
  • Federica Crivaro,
  • Luca Coppeta,
  • Giuseppina Somma,
  • Filippo Lecciso,
  • Gianmarco Manili,
  • Viola Giovinazzo,
  • Margherita Iarossi,
  • Cristiana Ferrari and
  • Andrea Magrini
  • + 1 author

Hepatitis B and C (HBV and HCV) infections persist as significant public health concerns. Specific occupational groups, such as waste collectors, continue to face elevated risk due to exposure to contaminated materials. Research studies have undersco...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1,450 Views
14 Pages

Functional Profiling of Antimicrobial Resistance in Rabbit Gut Microbiome

  • Pitakthai Chamtim,
  • Nachon Raethong and
  • Roypim Thananusak

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing concern in laboratory animals, where antibiotic use can disrupt the gut microbiome and promote resistant strains. Rabbits, commonly used in biomedical research, are particularly susceptible to gut dysbiosis...

  • Systematic Review
  • Open Access
3 Citations
6,740 Views
21 Pages

Surgical site infections (SSIs) are one of the most common causes of hospital-acquired infections worldwide, with significant clinical and economic implications. The aim of this review was to summarize the latest body of evidence on associations betw...

  • Review
  • Open Access
7 Citations
9,356 Views
30 Pages

The vaginal microbiome can be perturbed by various intrinsic and extrinsic factors, resulting in a state of dysbiosis that decreases the abundance of commensal lactobacilli and often leads to pathological conditions such as bacterial vaginosis, yeast...

  • Review
  • Open Access
3 Citations
1,933 Views
11 Pages

The human microbiota plays a crucial role in maintaining host health through its considerable influence on immune function, nutrient metabolism, and overall homeostasis. While trace metals such as cobalt, lithium, and nickel are essential micronutrie...

  • Communication
  • Open Access
2 Citations
1,936 Views
9 Pages

Molecular Characterization of Bacillus anthracis from Selected Districts of Bangladesh

  • Md. Maidul Islam,
  • Md Ahosanul Haque Shahid and
  • K. H. M. Nazmul Hussain Nazir

In developing countries like Bangladesh, livestock is one of the main sources of income. Among several infectious diseases, the Gram-positive bacterium Bacillus anthracis causes a zoonotic disease named anthrax. Animal anthrax outbreaks are a frequen...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
1,197 Views
13 Pages

Blood Parasite Diversity and Zoonotic Risk in Captive Sun-Tailed Monkeys from Gabon

  • Sarah Parfaite Ambourouet,
  • Franck Mounioko,
  • Patrice Makouloutou-Nzassi,
  • Monique Nzale,
  • Barthelemy Ngoubangoye and
  • Larson Boundenga

The present study investigates the prevalence and diversity of Plasmodium and Trypanosoma infections in Allochrocebus solatus, a vulnerable primate species native to Gabon. Using molecular techniques like nested PCR and phylogenetic analysis, we foun...

  • Article
  • Open Access
1 Citations
4,943 Views
12 Pages

Device-Associated Infections in Adult Intensive Care Units: A Prospective Surveillance Study

  • Alkmena Kafazi,
  • Eleni Apostolopoulou,
  • Eymorfia Andreou,
  • Alexandra Gavala,
  • Evagelos Stefanidis,
  • Fwteini Antwniadou,
  • Christos Stylianou,
  • Theodoros Katsoulas and
  • Pavlos Myrianthefs

Device-associated infections (DAIs) are a significant public health concern because of their attributable mortality, along with the extra length of stay and cost. This two- year prospective surveillance study aimed to assess the incidence of DAIs and...

  • Review
  • Open Access
3 Citations
4,057 Views
32 Pages

Influence of Microbiome Interactions on Antibiotic Resistance Development in the ICU Environment: Insights and Opportunities with Machine Learning

  • Aikaterini Sakagianni,
  • Christina Koufopoulou,
  • Petros Koufopoulos,
  • Georgios Feretzakis,
  • Athanasios Anastasiou,
  • Nikolaos Theodorakis and
  • Pavlos Myrianthefs

Antibiotic resistance is a global health crisis exacerbated by the misuse of antibiotics in healthcare, agriculture, and the environment. In an intensive care unit (ICU), where high antibiotic usage, invasive procedures, and immunocompromised patient...

  • Article
  • Open Access
3,126 Views
10 Pages

Factors Associated with Surgical Intervention in Pediatric Cervical Lymphadenitis: A Cohort Study

  • Chen Hazout,
  • Mona Saif,
  • Shalom Ben-Shimol,
  • Moshe Shmueli,
  • Oren Ziv,
  • Zvi H. Perry and
  • Daniel Yafit

Cervical lymphadenitis in children, often caused by bacterial infections, may require surgical drainage if initial antibiotic treatment fails. Identifying factors associated with surgical intervention may aid in treatment decision-making and improve...

  • Article
  • Open Access
6 Citations
3,075 Views
17 Pages

Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease caused by bacteria that primarily target the lungs. The transmission of this disease occurs through the air in the form of droplet nuclei. Unfortunately, there has been an emergence of resistance to strains...

  • Systematic Review
  • Open Access
1 Citations
7,163 Views
12 Pages

Tracking the Threat, 50 Years of Laboratory-Acquired Infections: A Systematic Review

  • Esteban Zavaleta-Monestel,
  • Carolina Rojas-Chinchilla,
  • Adriana Anchía-Alfaro,
  • Diego Quesada-Loría,
  • Jonathan García-Montero,
  • Sebastián Arguedas-Chacón and
  • Georgia Hanley-Vargas

Laboratory-acquired infections (LAIs) pose significant risks to laboratory personnel, public health, and the environment, despite the implementation of biosafety measures. This study provides a comprehensive analysis of global LAIs reported from 1974...

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