Epidemiological Trends Of Infectious Diseases, The Role Of Nursing And Laboratory Diagnostics

Abstract

Aim: To explore the evolving epidemiological trends of infectious diseases and the critical roles of nursing and laboratory diagnostics in prevention, detection, and management.

Globalization, climate change, and antimicrobial resistance have significantly influenced the spread and resurgence of infectious diseases. Nurses, as frontline healthcare providers, play a vital role in early detection, infection prevention, patient education, and treatment adherence. Laboratory diagnostics complement these efforts by enabling rapid and accurate pathogen identification, antimicrobial resistance monitoring, and disease surveillance. Together, these disciplines provide a synergistic approach to mitigating the burden of infectious diseases and improving health outcomes. Strengthening collaboration between nursing and laboratory diagnostics is essential for advancing global health security.