WP 1

Understanding Epidemiology

WHAT WE DO

Gather evidence on key zoonotic causes of Acute Febrile Illnesses

We are conducting cross-sectional observational studies in health facilities to investigate key zoonotic causes of Acute Febrile Illness (AFI) at two sites in each country. By sampling across diverse sites, countries, and urban-rural gradients, we aim to produce comprehensive findings that reflect real-world variations, ensuring the relevance and applicability of our results across different health systems and countries in the region.

WHERE WE WORK

Our study locations cover a wide range of malaria-endemic areas and ecological contexts, with a special emphasis on rural regions and informal urban settlements where livestock-keeping and environmental factors heighten the risk of zoonotic diseases.

 

WP1 - Understanding epidemiology

WP2 - Improving diagnostics

WP3 - Engaging communities and end-users

WP4 - Strengthening capacity and capability

This research was funded by the NIHR (NIHR156365) using UK international development funding from the UK Government to support global health research. The views expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and not necessarily those of the NIHR or the UK government