Author: Noah Patterson
Perspective
The Impact of Climate Change on Influenza Virus Transmission Dynamics: Exploring how environmental factors influence the spread and seasonality of influenza
Noah Patterson*
Viral Pathogenesis Center, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, Rochester, MN, USA
Available online: 11 Feb 2014
Abstract
Climate change is increasingly recognized as a significant driver of ecological and epidemiological shifts in infectious diseases. This perspective article examines the potential impact of climate change on influenza virus transmission dynamics, including its influence on the seasonality of epidemics, the geographic distribution of animal reservoirs, and the potential for increased interspecies transmission events. We explore the complex interplay between temperature, humidity, precipitation patterns, and host behavior in shaping influenza virus ecology and discuss the implications for public health surveillance and preparedness in a changing climate.
