Priority pathogens of fungal and bacterial infections: development trends and impact on the epidemiological situation in the Russian Federation

Overview & Synopsis

OBJECTIVE OF THE STUDY: This review analyzes the epidemiological situation of fungal and bacterial infections in Russia, including the identification of priority pathogens based on WHO data, their geographic distribution, impact on various age or social groups, and infection severity. The analysis covers the dynamics of infection prevalence over the past 10 years. Additionally, it examines the impact of the identified trends on population morbidity, mortality, and disability rates. DATA SOURCES AND ANALYSIS: The analysis was based on official statistics from Federal Service for the Oversight of Consumer Protection and Welfare (FSOCPW, Russia), information from the WHO, and data from papers published in peer-reviewed scientific journals. It considers population morbidity and mortality rates together with factors influencing the spread of infections, namely, changes in virulence, development of antibiotic resistance, spread of resistant strains, and emerging pathogens. The data used for the assessment of infectious disease dynamics over the past 10 years also include such factors as climate change, urbanization, and migration, together with the geographic distribution of infectious diseases and their demographic impact. CONCLUSION: The results highlight the need for continuous epidemiological monitoring, development of new strategies for the prevention and treatment of infectious diseases and strengthening of measures to combat antibiotic resistance in Russia.