PLOS Glob Public Health May 2022 PMID 36962353

The seasonality of infections in tropical Far North Queensland, Australia: A 21-year retrospective evaluation of the seasonal patterns of six endemic pathogens.

Lee J Fairhead, Simon Smith, Beatrice Z Sim, Alexandra G A Stewart, James D Stewart, Enzo Binotto, Matthew Law, Josh Hanson

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Peak: 8 in May 2022
across 3 sources since May 2022

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May 2022 – Jul 2024

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The discussions reflect a balanced perspective, citing examples such as mentions of societal inequality and urban expansion impacting disease incidence, with tone emphasizing the relevance of environmental and social factors. Language like 'understanding key factors' and 'climate change making it worse' demonstrates an interest in broader implications, leading to a moderate engagement and perceived impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize the importance of understanding seasonal infection patterns and accept the findings, although some note variability and complexity.

InterestModerate interest

Posts show moderate interest, mentioning the study's focus on factors like societal inequality and urban expansion, indicating engagement but not deep enthusiasm.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments refer to the study’s methods, implications, and related public health concerns, reflecting active discussion but lacking detailed critique or novel insights.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions highlight concerns about public health strategies and the influence of climate change, suggesting the study's findings could inform policy, hence moderate perceived impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The study analyzes the seasonal patterns of six infections in tropical Australia, focusing on their relationship with climatic factors and severe weather over 21 years.
  • Melioidosis and leptospirosis were mainly seen during the wet season, while rickettsial disease and cryptococcosis peaked in cooler months; Staphylococcus aureus had no seasonality, and influenza showed varying patterns.
  • Despite stable climate conditions, the incidence of some diseases like melioidosis increased, suggesting that factors like societal inequality and urban expansion play a larger role in infection rates than climate alone, indicating the need for broader public health strategies.

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Andrew Murphy
@murf1990 · X

Study from @CairnsHHS QLD of seasonal patterns of six endemic pathogens. Societal inequality and the impact of urban expansion already impacting the region, climate change has to potential to make it worse. https://t.co/TuXXW0YQ7j @BeaCereus @el_jay_f @AlexStewart03 et. al https://t.co/15PF21tg6U

May 26, 2022 · 17 likes · 5 shares · 3,457 followers View post →
Lee Fairhead
@el_jay_f · X

Now in print https://t.co/SNAEVPd9T9 Understanding the key factors in seasonal variation of endemic #tropical pathogens in vulnerable areas key to mitigating #climatechange Thanks to @BeaCereus @AlexStewart03 and all the team @CairnsHHS #idtwitter #tropicalmedicine

May 26, 2022 · 3 likes · 3 shares · 140 followers View post →
Jonathan Ryder, MD
@JonathanRyderMD · X

@DrToddLee @ABsteward @BradSpellberg @syctong @snap_trial Its a great question, which we discuss slightly in our editorial: https://t.co/TzN4VtF79D. The article suggests that its not seasonal (SAB didn't change over seasons in non-HD patients). Also, a prior study didn't find an association with season for SA: https://t.co/NQGSmtCACW

Jul 31, 2024 · 2 likes · 2,688 followers View post →
ScienceOpen
@Science_Open · X

'The seasonality of #infections in tropical Far North Queensland, Australia: A 21-year retrospective evaluation of the seasonal patterns of six #endemic #pathogens' @PLOSClimate https://t.co/Ze7Tz07eIu https://t.co/8kYKpqtvGF

Jul 7, 2023 · 1 like · 1 share · 17,017 followers View post →
ScienceOpen Research
@SO_Research · X

'The seasonality of infections in tropical Far North Queensland, #Australia: A 21-year retrospective evaluation of the seasonal patterns of six endemic #pathogens' #Research #Health #climateChange https://t.co/BDED2UH11q

May 8, 2023 · 1 like · 1 share · 1,239 followers View post →
ScienceOpen
@Science_Open · X

'The seasonality of infections in tropical Far North Queensland, Australia: A 21-year retrospective evaluation of the seasonal patterns of six #endemic #pathogens' #research https://t.co/Ze7Tz07My2

Nov 14, 2022 · 17,017 followers View post →

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Jonathan Ryder, MD
@JonathanRyderMD · X

@DrToddLee @ABsteward @BradSpellberg @syctong @snap_trial Its a great question, which we discuss slightly in our editorial: https://t.co/TzN4VtF79D. The article suggests that its not seasonal (SAB didn't change over seasons in non-HD patients). Also, a prior study didn't find an association with season for SA: https://t.co/NQGSmtCACW

Jul 31, 2024 · 2 likes · 2,688 followers View post →
ScienceOpen Research
@SO_Research · X

RT @Science_Open: 'The seasonality of #infections in tropical Far North Queensland, Australia: A 21-year retrospective evaluation of the se…

Jul 11, 2023 · 1 share · 1,239 followers View post →
ScienceOpen
@Science_Open · X

'The seasonality of #infections in tropical Far North Queensland, Australia: A 21-year retrospective evaluation of the seasonal patterns of six #endemic #pathogens' @PLOSClimate https://t.co/Ze7Tz07eIu https://t.co/8kYKpqtvGF

Jul 7, 2023 · 1 like · 1 share · 17,017 followers View post →
ScienceOpen
@Science_Open · X

RT @SO_Research: 'The seasonality of infections in tropical Far North Queensland, #Australia: A 21-year retrospective evaluation of the sea…

May 8, 2023 · 1 share · 17,017 followers View post →
ScienceOpen Research
@SO_Research · X

'The seasonality of infections in tropical Far North Queensland, #Australia: A 21-year retrospective evaluation of the seasonal patterns of six endemic #pathogens' #Research #Health #climateChange https://t.co/BDED2UH11q

May 8, 2023 · 1 like · 1 share · 1,239 followers View post →
ScienceOpen
@Science_Open · X

'The seasonality of infections in tropical Far North Queensland, Australia: A 21-year retrospective evaluation of the seasonal patterns of six #endemic #pathogens' #research https://t.co/Ze7Tz07My2

Nov 14, 2022 · 17,017 followers View post →
Andy Red
@meinmuk · X

RT @murf1990: Study from @CairnsHHS QLD of seasonal patterns of six endemic pathogens. Societal inequality and the impact of urban expans…

Jun 22, 2022 · 5 shares · 330 followers View post →
Alex Stewart
@AlexStewart03 · X

RT @el_jay_f: Now in print https://t.co/SNAEVPd9T9 Understanding the key factors in seasonal variation of endemic #tropical pathogens in vu…

May 26, 2022 · 3 shares · 102 followers View post →
Trent
@trentyarwood · X

RT @murf1990: Study from @CairnsHHS QLD of seasonal patterns of six endemic pathogens. Societal inequality and the impact of urban expans…

May 26, 2022 · 5 shares · 2,188 followers View post →
Rob Mitchell
@robdmitchell · X

RT @el_jay_f: Now in print https://t.co/SNAEVPd9T9 Understanding the key factors in seasonal variation of endemic #tropical pathogens in vu…

May 26, 2022 · 3 shares · 2,023 followers View post →
Farming Game Daily
@Antibioticsbot · X

RT @el_jay_f: Now in print https://t.co/SNAEVPd9T9 Understanding the key factors in seasonal variation of endemic #tropical pathogens in vu…

May 26, 2022 · 3 shares · 490 followers View post →
Lee Fairhead
@el_jay_f · X

Now in print https://t.co/SNAEVPd9T9 Understanding the key factors in seasonal variation of endemic #tropical pathogens in vulnerable areas key to mitigating #climatechange Thanks to @BeaCereus @AlexStewart03 and all the team @CairnsHHS #idtwitter #tropicalmedicine

May 26, 2022 · 3 likes · 3 shares · 140 followers View post →
Patrick Harris
@padstamundo · X

RT @murf1990: Study from @CairnsHHS QLD of seasonal patterns of six endemic pathogens. Societal inequality and the impact of urban expans…

May 26, 2022 · 5 shares · 2,782 followers View post →
Lee Fairhead
@el_jay_f · X

RT @murf1990: Study from @CairnsHHS QLD of seasonal patterns of six endemic pathogens. Societal inequality and the impact of urban expans…

May 26, 2022 · 5 shares · 140 followers View post →
Andrew Murphy
@murf1990 · X

Study from @CairnsHHS QLD of seasonal patterns of six endemic pathogens. Societal inequality and the impact of urban expansion already impacting the region, climate change has to potential to make it worse. https://t.co/TuXXW0YQ7j @BeaCereus @el_jay_f @AlexStewart03 et. al https://t.co/15PF21tg6U

May 26, 2022 · 17 likes · 5 shares · 3,457 followers View post →