Ecological study measuring the association between conflict, environmental factors, and annual global cutaneous and mucocutaneous leishmaniasis incidence (2005-2022)

GMC affiliate Angel N. Desai and coauthors published an article examining the global associations between cutaneous and mucocutaneous leishmaniasis (CL/ML) cases, conflict intensity, and environmental factors from 2005 to 2022, finding a positive correlation between higher conflict levels and increased CL/ML risk, particularly during intense violence. The analysis highlights how conflict disrupts critical infrastructure, exacerbating vulnerability and environmental conditions that contribute to the disease's spread, emphasizing the need for public health preparedness in conflict-affected regions.

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