Program for Appropriate Technology in Health

Sentinel serosurvey for Mpox virus infection among key populations in India: Evidence of sporadic past exposure beyond travel-related cases

Background and objectives Mpox, declared a public health emergency of international concern by WHO, has demonstrated sporadic transmission globally. While India reported 66 confirmed cases predominantly linked to international travel, the possibility of silent community circulati...

Neighbourhood-level variations in psychosis prevalence and involuntary psychiatric admissions

Studies have highlighted geographical variations in psychosis and involuntary psychiatric admissions. However, the association of neighbourhood-level factors on these variations remains underexplored. Aims To investigate geographical variations in psychosis prevalence and involun...

Does plastic waste present an infection hazard? Current evidence, surveillance challenges and research priorities

Abstract Unmanaged plastic waste is widespread in settings with limited waste collection, yet its contribution to infectious disease risk remains poorly understood. In this review, we synthesise current evidence on the human health implications of plastic waste, with a specific f...