Enteric diseases are a major public health concern worldwide, particularly in developing countries. Some regions of the world have a higher burden of enteric diseases than others.
Africa: Diarrhea is a major cause of death among children in Africa, and is often caused by a lack of clean water and adequate sanitation.
South Asia: Enteric diseases are a major problem in South Asia, particularly in India, where poor sanitation and crowded living conditions contribute to the spread of illnesses such as cholera and typhoid fever.
Southeast Asia: Diarrheal diseases are a major cause of death in Southeast Asia, particularly among children, and are often caused by contaminated water and food.
Latin America and Caribbean: Diarrhea is one of the leading causes of death in children under the age of five in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Eastern Mediterranean Region: In the Eastern Mediterranean Region countries like Afghanistan, Iraq, and Syria, the population has been affected by war, poverty and displacement which has made the people more vulnerable to infectious diseases, including enteric diseases.
It is important to note that enteric diseases can occur anywhere, and even in developed countries, outbreaks can occur due to lack of sanitation, food contamination and poor hygiene.
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