Infectious Diseases and Mass Gatherings
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DOI: 10.1007/s11908-018-0650-9
Abstract: Purpose of ReviewMass gatherings (MGs) are characterized by a high concentration of people at a specific time and location. Infectious diseases are of particular concern at MGs. The aim of this review was to summarize… read more here.
Keywords: infectious diseases; mgs; mass gatherings; diseases mass ... See more keywords
Preparedness for Mass Gatherings: A Simulation-Based Framework for Flow Control and Management Using Crowd Monitoring Data
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DOI: 10.1007/s13369-020-05322-8
Abstract: Proactive management at mass gatherings is vital to ensure safe crowd evacuation during emergencies. The increasing number of crowd incidents and casualties during the Hajj season is one of the major concerns for authorities in… read more here.
Keywords: crowd; management; mass gatherings; preparedness mass ... See more keywords
COVID-19 pandemic in Malawi: Did public sociopolitical events gatherings contribute to its first-wave local transmission?
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijid.2021.03.055
Abstract: Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic in Malawi emerged amidst widespread anti-government demonstrations and subsequent mass gatherings. This paper describes the incidence and factors associated with the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic in Malawi. Methodology This was… read more here.
Keywords: age; risk; covid; pandemic malawi ... See more keywords
International mass gatherings and travel-associated illness: A GeoSentinel cross-sectional, observational study
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DOI: 10.1016/j.tmaid.2019.101504
Abstract: Abstract Background Travelers to international mass gatherings may be exposed to conditions which increase their risk of acquiring infectious diseases. Most existing data come from single clinical sites seeing returning travelers, or relate to single… read more here.
Keywords: travel associated; mass; mass gatherings; international mass ... See more keywords
COVID-19 – the role of mass gatherings
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DOI: 10.1016/j.tmaid.2020.101617
Abstract: Abstract Mass gathering (MG) medicine emerged against the backdrop of the 2009 pandemic H1N1 Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) when the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) hosted the largest annual mass gathering of… read more here.
Keywords: medicine; role mass; covid role; mass ... See more keywords
Prevention of meningococcal disease at mass gatherings: Lessons from the Hajj and Umrah.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.vaccine.2018.06.030
Abstract: Meningococcal disease is a serious public health threat given the seriousness of the illness, its disabling sequelae and its potential for epidemic spread. The disease is a concern during mass gatherings which provide conditions that… read more here.
Keywords: disease preventive; disease; mass gatherings; hajj umrah ... See more keywords
COVID-19 Contact Tracing Solutions for Mass Gatherings
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DOI: 10.1017/dmp.2020.241
Abstract: ABSTRACT Mass gatherings and high-density activities, such as sporting events, conventions, and theme parks, are consistently included among highest-risk activities given the increased potential for widespread coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) transmission. A more balanced risk… read more here.
Keywords: tracing solutions; risk; contact tracing; mass gatherings ... See more keywords
Can the Patient Influx at Mass Gatherings be Predicted? A First Attempt to Crunch the Numbers
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DOI: 10.1017/s1049023x17003764
Abstract: read and results were compiled and summarized. Results: In a total of 64 included items, 34 were published between 2013-2016. The most studied events were Germany’s Love Parade stampede in 2010 (n= 6) and the… read more here.
Keywords: gatherings predicted; influx mass; patient influx; predicted first ... See more keywords
Interorganizational Communication at Mass Gatherings: Professionals’ Perceptions during the Planning and Implementation Stage of Marathon Events
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DOI: 10.1017/s1049023x22000395
Abstract: Abstract Introduction: Mass gatherings (MGs) often bring together professionals and organizations that collaborate irregularly or have never engaged in joint working. They involve interaction and communication among multiple and diverse services, which can often prove… read more here.
Keywords: communication; mass gatherings; interorganizational communication; event ... See more keywords
Cholera vaccine and mass gatherings: protecting the crowds.
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DOI: 10.1093/jtm/taad010
Abstract: Teaser section. With the ongoing outbreaks of cholera in many countries globally, the risk to MG events cannot be overlooked. Cholera vaccine should be a tool used to vaccinate high-risk populations in countries where cholera… read more here.
Keywords: mass gatherings; gatherings protecting; cholera; vaccine mass ... See more keywords
Disease transmission and mass gatherings: a case study on meningococcal infection during Hajj
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DOI: 10.1186/s12879-022-07234-4
Abstract: Background Mass gatherings can not only trigger major outbreaks on-site but also facilitate global spread of infectious pathogens. Hajj is one of the largest mass gathering events worldwide where over two million pilgrims from all… read more here.
Keywords: hajj; transmission; population; mass gatherings ... See more keywords