Annals of Medicine and Surgery · 11 authors, 10 centres
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This narrative review discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic has diverted attention and resources, potentially leading to neglected outbreaks of other zoonotic diseases like Nipah virus and monkeypox, especially in endemic regions such as India. It emphasizes the urgent need for global preparedness, awareness, and early intervention to prevent future outbreaks.
This narrative review synthesizes information on the interplay between the COVID-19 pandemic and other emerging zoonotic diseases. The authors describe how the global focus on COVID-19 has led to neglected surveillance and response for other viral threats like Nipah, monkeypox, and langya virus, particularly in endemic areas like the Indian subcontinent. A central argument is that the strain on healthcare infrastructure and workforce during COVID-19 has increased the mortality and morbidity associated with these other zoonoses. The review highlights the lack of specific vaccines and therapeutics for many of these viruses, limiting treatment to supportive care. The primary conclusion is a call for timely preparedness, enhanced awareness, and early intervention by local and international stakeholders to contain outbreaks and prevent future pandemics.
