New Microbes and New Infections (Jan 2019)
Infections in Iran
Abstract
Currently some parasitic and viral infections, tuberculosis, brucellosis and hospital-acquired infections are challenging issues in Iran. Despite decreasing the rate of some infectious diseases in Iran in recent years, improved sanitation, active surveillance, comprehensive infection control strategies and monitoring appropriate use of antibiotics are indispensable. Keywords: Incidence, infectious diseases, Iran, prevalence