Change in incidence of tropical diseases
Rising incidences of a growing list of pest-borne diseases such as Lyme disease, West Nile virus, Dengue fever and even malaria are a serious cause for concern in the UK. Predicted changes to the climate in the UK, with warmer and wetter summers, provide breeding grounds for a number of pest-borne diseases. Robust public health measures are put into place to minimise the effects of the potential outbreaks. However, increased pressures are put on acute services.
Proposed workforce impact
- There is increased demand for acute medical care.
- Specialists in tropical diseases are required alongside acute physicians.
Sources or references
Additional research questions
- Should acute training include the management of tropical diseases?
Some of the information in this section is provided by stakeholders and expert groups, and does not necessarily represent the views of the CfWI.
