Influenza and other respiratory viruses
Molecular Characterization of Human Adenoviruses Before and After a Severe HAdV-7 Military Outbreak in Finland in 2024
By Tervo N, Pitkäpaasi M, Hepo-Oja P and 9 others.
Abstract
Background
In 2024, a severe outbreak caused by human adenovirus type 7d (HAdV-7) occurred in Finnish military garrisons. Molecular typing was implemented to support outbreak control. The aim of this study was to determine adenovirus types circulating in Finnish garrisons during 2013-2023 by retrospective surveillance and to review earlier findings to better understand factors contributing to the 2024 outbreak.