Hamid Kassiri

Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences | ajums · Department of Medical Entomology

Present study aims to analyze why and how living organisms change the behavior of their hosts. In this review study, the applicable keywords were searched in international scientific databases. Finally, 42 Englishlanguage papers that met the inclusion criteria were selected for further analysis. Parasites alter the behavior of their hosts and adapt...

In desert areas, vegetation plays a central role in protecting the soil and preventing dust and various diseases. Considering the importance of vegetation in environmental protection, human health, and prevention of spread of different ocular and respiratory diseases, this study was conducted in Aran va Bidgol County within the 2019–2021 period. In...

The genus Latrodectus (Theridiidae) Walckenaer, 1805 includes species which are generally known as widow spiders, and are medically-important for their very neurotoxic venom. At present, there are 32 species of this genus in the world. The medical syndrome that is caused by their bites is reported as Latrodectism which can result in a variety of sy...

In this 2-year retrospective descriptive study, the data on bites and stings from venomous animals were collected from health centers in this province. The data were extracted, classified, statistically analyzed, and, finally, presented in tables. The results showed that 716 cases of bites and stings from venomous animals were reported in 2019 and...

Aims: The aim of this study was to determine the fauna and bioecology of sandflies in Khorramshahr County, southwest of Iran, where cutaneous leishmaniasis (CL) is endemic. Materials and Methods: Sandflies were caught indoors and outdoors by sticky paper traps in different areas. Sandflies were removed by needle and put in acetone and then transfer...

In desert areas, vegetation plays a central role in protecting the soil and preventing dust and various diseases. Considering the importance of vegetation in environmental protection, human health, and prevention of spread of different ocular and respiratory diseases, this study was conducted in Aran va Bidgol County within the 2019–2021 period. In...

In desert areas, vegetation plays a central role in protecting the soil and preventing dust and various diseases. Considering the importance of vegetation in environmental protection, human health and prevention of spread of different ocular and respiratory diseases, this study was conducted in Aran va Bidgol County during the 2019–2021 period. In...

Original AAims: The purpose of this study was to determine the scorpion species, abundance, distribution, monthly activity, comparisons between different scorpion collecting methods, and sex ratio in Bavi County, during 2016–2017. Materials and Methods: Collection of scorpions was made during the night examinations using the ultraviolet (UV) light...

This review study was performed using the keywords such as zooprophylaxis, blood-sucking vectors, environment, animals, disease, ecosystem and control. Seventy-two articles published between 1970 and 2021, were found in the databases SID, Ovid Medline, Web of Science, and Pub Med. Among them, the qualified scientific sources were analyzed. The role...

Hornet wasp or Vespa orietalis is one of the social and stinging insects of Iran that makes its nest mostly in the holes and cracks in the ground. Given the point that no study has been conducted in this case, yet, in this study, the nests of this arthropod are studied in four mountainous and plain areas in Kashan. Present study was of descriptive...

This article describes blistering Paederus dermatitis, including epidemiology as well its treatment and prevention. Also, this study was conducted to evaluate the geographical distribution of Paederus beetles in Iran through searching for dermatitis linearis related keywords in the databases Web of Sciences, Science Direct, Scopus and Google Schola...

Aims: The purpose of this study was to determine the scorpion species, abundance, distribution, monthly activity, comparisons between different scorpion collecting methods, and sex ratio in Bavi County, during 2016–2017. Materials and Methods: Collection of scorpions was made during the night examinations using the ultraviolet (UV) light and ordina...

Original Aims: The current study aimed to study the scorpion ecology and fauna of Masjed‑Soleyman County, southwestern Iran to manage scorpion sting‑related problems during 2016–2017. Materials and Methods: Scorpions were collected from different localities of Masjed‑Soleyman using rock‑rolling, digging the ground, Ultra Violet flashlight, pouring...

The present account addressed the status of organochlorine pesticide residues on the environment in Iran. It was conducted by searching for keywords such as OCPs, pesticide residue, ecosystem, water, soil, and sediments in the websites of prestigious medical and public health journals and top scientific databases. Articles published between 1974 an...

The aim of this study was to identify the larval species of Culicidae mosquitoes and their abundance in spring and summer in the paddy fields of southwestern Isfahan Province. This descriptive-cross sectional study was performed during 3 sampling sessions in three regions of Lenjan and Mobarakeh Counties from June to August in the southwest of Isfa...

Original AAims: The current study determined the faunistic composition, sex ratio, seasonal abundance, and physiological status of sandflies as vectors of leishmaniasis in Abadan County, Khuzestan Province, Iran, during 2015–2016. Materials and Methods: Sandflies were captured using sticky paper traps installed at sunset and collected after sunrise...

Dentilla velvet ant is a venomous insect of Iran that has different species. It has been reported from different parts of the country and is responsible for stings in infested places of residential homes. Regarding the importance of these bites and because identifying the ant's habitats is very important in planning to control it, this study was do...

The ulcer or any open tumor may be contaminated with the larvae of the flies the causative agent of myiasis. Therefore, it is important to protect the patients from the attacks of these flies in preventing this type of infection. The aim of this study was to determine the causative agent of myiasis infection in breast cancer in Kashan. The larvae w...

Sandfly fever is a febrile emerging arboviral illness which is a huge threat posed to public health. Sandfly fever viruses (Sicilian, Naples, and Toscana) are endemic to the Mediterranean region. Evidence suggests an increase in the activity of sandfly-borne phleboviruses and their extension to other places. The infection is relatively benign but m...

Sandfly fever is a febrile emerging arboviral illness which is a huge threat posed to public health. Sandfly fever viruses (Sicilian, Naples, and Toscana) are endemic to the Mediterranean region. Evidence suggests an increase in the activity of sandfly-borne phleboviruses and their extension to other places. The infection is relatively benign but m...

ABSTRACT: Dengue Virus (DENV) is transmitted by mosquito bite. This paper discusses the importance of Dengue Fever (DF) as an emerging disease in the world. In this study, some keywords such as break bone fever, dengue fever, dengue hemorrhagic fever, epidemiology, transmission methods, clinical manifestations, treatment, prevention, reservoirs, ve...

There are many studies that provide information regarding ticks infesting humans. However, there is no a meta-analysis about the global ranks of tick infestation rates and records, global monthly tick bites and annually and periodically trends of tick infestation rates, and the global tick infestation rates among years, mounts, regions, and countri...

The present research was carried out to investigate the prevalence of head lice and related effective features among students in primary schools of Ahvaz County; Iran; to suitable training programs via improve the health promotion of the students in this county during winter 2016 and spring 2017. The sample size was 5930 students that was determine...

The present research was carried out to investigate the prevalence of head lice and related effective features among students in primary schools of Ahvaz County; Iran; to suitable training programs via improve the health promotion of the students in this county during winter 2016 and spring 2017. The sample size was 5930 students that was determine...

Pediculosis capitis occurs worldwide. Children in the age group of 5-13 years are the ordinary victims. Population-based studies show that the prevalence of pediculosis is 1.6-13.4% in various regions of Iran. In this observer-blinded trial, we conducted a study to evaluate the comparative efficacy and safety of permethrin 1% and lindane 1% shampoo...

Objectives: To identify the epidemiological and clinical aspects of cutaneous Leishmaniasis (CL) in cases reported from an endemic focus, Dasht-e-Azadegan county, between 2005 and 2014. Design: Descriptive-analytical study Setting: School of Health, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran Subjects: Patients who were definitely...

This review study was done by searching the keywords related to malathion, decomposition, physical-chemical methods and biological methods within the sites related to valid medical and health journals and reliable bases, such as, Web of Science, Ovid, PubMed, Systematic Review , SID and Google Scholar. Totally, 140 references were reviewed and even...

In this research, sampling sites were selected randomly in mountainous and desert regions of Kashan. Hard ticks were separated from domestic and wildlife hosts such as cattle, sheep, goats, wolves, foxes, and porcupines. The collected ticks were stored in ethylic alcohol 70% and were identified by microscope stereo using a key in the laboratory. Th...

This descriptive study was conducted in 2019-2020 aiming to investigate the knowledge of farmers and gardeners about the use of pesticides in greenhouses in Tiran - Karvan County, central Iran. In the first stage, a 30-item questionnaire was developed which included parameters such as the application time, the dose, and the side effects of pesticid...

Introduction and Objectives: Increased population of the Earth and hence increased contact among people has turned viral diseases into a major human health and medical problem. Iran is also affected by these diseases like the rest of the world. The present study aimed to investigate hantaviruses and their potential reservoirs in the world. Material...

Intestinal protozoa infections are responsible for considerable morbidity and mortality, especially where the exposed population suffers from a lack of drinking water and sanitation facilities. In this study, the association between the lack of safe drinking water and sanitation (toilet) facilities with intestinal Entamoeba spp infection in the chi...

خلاصه بیماری لیشمانیازیس را می توان یک بیماری شایع در جوامع کم برخوردار و فقیر به شمار آورد، این بیماری با اشکال متفاوتی چون جلدی، جلدی-مخاطی و احشایی بروز می نماید. لیشمانیازیس جلدی می تواند به صورت زخم های خود بهبود شونده و یا زخم های مزمن بروز نماید، در حالی که نوع جلدی مخاطی بیماری زخم های گسترده ای در نواحی دهان و حلق ایجاد می نماید. فرم احشای...

Androctonus crassicauda samples were collected from Isfahan, Khuzestan and Kerman provinces. Sampling methods such as black light, rock-rolling, digging other animal nests in desert zones were used. The characteristics of collecting sites were recorded and analyzed after data extraction. Out of 165 samples of A. crassicauda, 43.6% were Errant, 38.2...

Introduction and Objectives: Pests may transmit deadly parasites or pathogens to humans or cause illness, pain and suffering through bites and stings, infected wounds or allergic reactions. Chemical pesticides are considered as the main pest control tool. Insect resistance to the synthetic insecticide occurred following extensive use of this chemic...

Objectives: This study aimed to determine the prevalence of head pediculosis among school children in urban and rural areas of Eastern Ahvaz, southwestern Iran, during 2008 to 2013. Design: Descriptive-analytical study Setting: School of Health, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran Subjects: Totally 5730 pupils from element...

Introduction and Objectives: Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever (CCHF) is the second most widely distributed arboviral disease worldwide. CCHF is transmitted to humans mainly by bites of infected ticks in the Ixodidae family, mainly those of the Hyalomma genus or via human contact with the blood and tissues of infected livestock. It can also be transm...

Introduction and Objectives: The spread of the Zika virus throughout Africa, the Americas, Asia, and Oceania and the reported outbreaks of the Zika virus disease has turned this virus into a public health emergency of international concern. Given the significance of this disease and its spread across the world, this study investigated the history,...

Intestinal protozoa infections are responsible for considerable morbidity and mortality, especially where the exposed population suffers from a lack of drinking water and sanitation facilities. In this study, the association between the lack of safe drinking water and sanitation (toilet) facilities with intestinal Entamoeba spp infection in the chi...

The five main arbovirus families that cause diseases in humans and other animals are Bunya¬viridae, Togaviridae, Flaviviridae, Reoviridae, and Rhab¬doviridae. Chikungunya arbovirus (Togaviridae: Alphavirus), an arbovirus transmitted by Aedes spp., is a well-known global health threat. It has been recognized in more than 60 countries in Asia, Africa...

Head lice infection is one of the most common diseases of all ages and has a global spread. The disease is more common in areas with high population density and lack of public health. Population growth and poor health are factors that exacerbate this infestation. It is transmitted through two main mechanisms; direct contact from one host to another...

In this study, a rare chigger mite infestation in Faridan County, Isfahan Province in the central region of Iran has been reported. Several demography data of patients were surveyed. A clinical examination of the whole skin was performed by the physician. 44 patients were admitted to the Mobarakeh Township Clinic Center. On the skin of all the vict...

In this study, the stony areas surrounding Baghbahadoran City (32° 22′ 38″ N, 51° 11′ 18″ E) were searched for scorpions during 2018-2019. They were collected using the rock-rolling technique and identified using the identification key to scorpions. The collected specimens included Hottentotta schach. It seems that this is a lithophilic scorpion sp...

In this study, a rare chigger mite infestation in Faridan County, Isfahan Province in the central region of Iran has been reported. Several demography data of patients were surveyed. A clinical examination of the whole skin was performed by the physician. 44 patients were admitted to the Mobarakeh Township Clinic Center. On the skin of all the vict...

Introduction and Objectives: Nearly two-thousand scorpion species have been identified worldwide, twenty-five of which have health importance. Each year approximately half a million individuals are stung by scorpions in the world with a fatality rate of 3250 people. In Iran, there are nearly 40000 cases in a year and the numbers of recorded deaths...

Introduction and Objectives: Rift Valley Fever (RVF) is an acute viral hemorrhagic zoonotic disease that is transmitted to humans through mosquito bites or contact with infected livestock. The primary RVF vec-tors are Aedes species. Other mosquitoes such as Culex, Anopheles and Mansonia are considered secondary vectors. RVF is important from a publ...

West Nile virus (WNV) is found in 26 provinces of Iran in humans, horses, and birds. Due to lack of vaccines, the only method to reduce the risk of the disease in communities is to increase people's awareness. Lack of killing and overhunting of animals does not alter the infected-blood transmission from animals to humans by mosquito bites, but can...

Flies and cockroaches play a role in the transmission of agents that cause diseases such as tuberculosis, leprosy, diarrhea, dysentery, cholera, typhoid, trachoma, conjunctivitis, polio, and hepatitis A. They are also vectors of rotaviruses, coronaviruses, some fungi (such as those in the genera Trichophyton and Candida) and eggs of parasitic worms...

Bites of animals and their problems in humans and livestock cause significant health and economic losses in countries . Bites and stings of animals usually occur in the defense of their survival. In other cases, biting and stinging may be done in an attempt to obtain food . The cases of humans bitten by animals, in particular during poisonous occas...

Background and objective: About, 1230000 scorpion envenomation happen in the world each year, while the number of deaths is approximately 3250. Nearly named 2000 species of scorpions are found in the globe. Of these , 30 species have medical significance. Yearly, about 50000 people are stung by various species of scorpions in Iran. Fatality rate f...

Introduction and Objectives: Snakes are among the reptiles reported from different regions of Iran. Given the importance of regional identification of snakes, reports on their distribution have attracted interest. The aim of this study was to identify a new record of snake species collected from Isfahan province, central Iran. Materials and Methods...

Introduction and Objectives: Snakes are among the reptiles reported from different regions of Iran. Given the importance of regional identification of snakes, reports on their distribution have attracted interest. The aim of this study was to identify a new record of snake species collected from Isfahan province, central Iran. Materials and Methods...

In this study, the stony areas surrounding Baghbahadoran City (32° 22′ 38″ N, 51° 11′ 18″ E) were searched for scorpions during 2018-2019. They were collected using the rock-rolling technique and identified using the identification key to scorpions. The collected specimens included Hottentotta schach. It seems that this is a lithophilic scorpion sp...

Objective: To investigate the prevalence of snakebites and associated epidemiologic factors in Khorram-shahr County, Iran, between 2013 and 2017. Methods: This was a cross-sectional descriptive-analytical study. Information was collected and recorded via questionnaires. Snakebite data included gender, age, occurrence regions, bite site, time of bei...

The present study provided morphometric parameters to determine the gender of the yellow Iranian scorpion, Odontobuthus doriae Thorell. The samples of scorpion were collected using UV light at night and kept in alcohol 70%. Previously gender has been identified by observing live birth of nymphs in females and spermatophore extrusion in males. After...

, عنوان : مروری بر بیماری تب دانگ یک تهدید جهانی برای سلامتی انسان نویسنده : دکتر حمید کثیری آدرس :‌ دانشکده بهداشت ، دانشگاه علوم پزشکی جندی شاپور اهواز خلاصه : مقدمه و هدف : تب دانگ به علت یک آربو ویروس RNA دار خانواده فلاوی ویریده ایجاد می شود و از طریق گزش یک پشه الوده ( گونه های آادس ) به انسان منتقل می شود. . نزدیک به 2.5 میلیارد نفر در بیش...

Background: Scorpions have evermore received considerable attention in Iran due to their medical importance, richness, and frequency. In order to the study scorpions' behavior and bio-ecology, it is important to use the proper method for scorpion catching. The collection and maintenance of the specimens are among the most important parts of every s...

Scorpions are dangerous for humans due to having deadly and toxic sting. Scorpion sting is a major public health challenge in many countries. The south and southwest of Iran with about 95% species of scorpions are the most heavily occupied regions in the country. Khuzestan Province is highlighted for its scorpions and scorpionism amongst the provin...

Hemiscorpius lepturus (H. lepturus) is the most venomous scorpion in Iran. Its venom can damage vital body organs and cause fatal consequences. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of this scorpion venom on the mortality rates of mice. This experimental study was conducted on two groups of mice (treatment and control) weighing between 27 and 30...

Introduction: Cutaneous Leishmaniasis (CL) is caused by protozoa of the genus Leishmania and can be transmitted by sand fly bites. It is an important health problem in many parts of Iran as well in Dasht-e-Azadegan County, Khuzestan Province. Aim: To identify the epidemiologic status of CL with emphasis on trend of its incidence rate in Dasht-e-Aza...

Health contaminants endanger human health by transmitting diseases. Due to the importance of combating pests and the risk of environmental pollution because of exertion of pesticide chemistry, the use of healthy control methods become important. Therefore, the use of environmental pest control procedures is essential. The purpose of this review stu...

Solpugids are an order of hunter arthropods. They do not have poison glands or sting, but they can hunt animals larger than themselves using their powerful and large chelicerae. Due to their aggressive behavior and scary look, solpugids cause fear and horror in humans. Given the importance of solpugids in terms of causing fear, discomfort and the p...

Hornet wasp or Vespa orietalis is one of the social and stinging insects of Iran that makes its nest mostly in the holes and cracks in the ground. Given the point that no study has been conducted in this case, yet, in this study, the nests of this arthropod are studied in four mountainous and plain areas in Kashan. Present study was of descriptive...

Head lice infestation affects millions of humans each year, particularly children of 5-14 years of entire socioeconomic categories. Pediculus capitis especially infest persons with poor hygiene, and it is an important challenge among the vagabond people and in refugee camping sites. The research was designed with the following aims. (a) to study th...

حمد، سپاس و منت بی شمار خداوند سبحان و مهربان را که نور ایثار، بندگی، توحید و ایمان را در قلوب ما روشن نمود تا با تکیه به خود در راه اعتلای دانش بشری تلاش نماییم و خدمتگزاری کوچک برای میهن عزیزمان باشیم. امروزه آمادگی در برابر عوامل بیولوژیک، شیمیایی و رادیواکتیو تهدیدکننده امنیت جهانی شامل امنیت غذایی، آب و از همه مهمتر جان انسان‌ها از جمله اولوی...

خداوند بزرگ را شاکریم که بر ما منت نهاد تا بتوانیم با همت و توان ناچیز خود به دانش دوستان بهداشت و پزشکی خدمتی کوچک بنماییم. کتاب " اپیدمیولوژی بیماری‌های منتقله توسط ناقلین (به همراه پیوست خود نگاشت مترجمین: ناقلین، بیماری‌های ناقل زاد ، علل گسترش و کنترل آنها) " راهنمای سازمان جهانی بهداشت می¬تواند به عنوان اثری ارزشمند برای بیماری‌های منتقله از...

حمد، سپاس و منت بی شمار خداوند سبحان و مهربان را که نور ایثار، بندگی، توحید و ایمان را در قلوب ما روشن نمود تا با تکیه به خود در راه اعتلای دانش بشری تلاش نماییم و خدمتگزاری کوچک برای میهن عزیزمان باشیم. امروزه آمادگی در برابر عوامل بیولوژیک، شیمیایی و رادیواکتیو تهدیدکننده امنیت جهانی شامل امنیت غذایی، آب و از همه مهمتر جان انسان‌ها از جمله اولوی...

Background: Velvet ants (Mutillid wasps) are among the venomous and stinging insects, which their existence has been reported from different areas of Iran. Objectives: Since no study has been done so far in Iran in regards to their sting, their clinical complications and their sting are studied for the first time in Kashan. Methods: In this descrip...

Background and Objective: Scorpions are considered as one of the most important natural hazards and introduced as a dangerous arthropods. Reproduction is the key factor for survival of any species, then interest has increased in knowing the litter size of a female scorpion species. The aim of present study was determine the litter size and abundanc...

Aim: The aim of this study was an epidemiological study of scorpion sting and snakebite in Dezful, Shush, and Gotvand Counties, located in the southwestern part of Iran. Materials and Methods: This research was a descriptive and analytical study. The information was gathered and recorded in questionnaires. Data were collected from 1756 to 89 scorpi...

Aim: The present study aimed at compiling an updated checklist of scorpion species in 2017. Methods: scorpion, species, classification, Iran, and family were taken as keywords and were searched in the websites related to credible academic journals and scientific databases such as Web of Science, Ovid, PubMed, Systematic Review, SID, Iran Medex, Sci...

The frequency of using cosmetics among different age groups of women is very prevalent in Iran. Considering the importance of the high rate of using cosmetics which are the major reasons of allergic contact dermatitis, this study was conducted to consider women's allergy rate to cosmetics in Kashan. In this research, data were gained through 800 st...

The frequency of using cosmetics among different age groups of women is very prevalent in Iran. Considering the importance of the high rate of using cosmetics which are the major reasons of allergic contact dermatitis, this study was conducted to consider women's allergy rate to cosmetics in Kashan. In this research, data were gained through 800 st...

Epidemiologically, Cutaneous Leishmaniasis (CL) is presently endemic in 98 countries worldwide, including Iran. Both forms of CL, Anthroponotic CL and Zoonotic CL are seen in many parts of the country. Because of the importance of CL in Khorramshahr county (30°26′23″N 48°09′59″E) and slightly increasing of disease in recent years, this study was de...

Cutaneous Lieshmaniasis (CL) has been considered as a large hygienic challenge, and the epidemiological studies have been useful in controlling this problem, and also taking prevention stages. Khuzestan Province is one of the common foci of the wet or rural zoonotic CL in Iran. Due to the lack of data about the epidemiology and prevalence of CL in...

Objective: To study earthquake planning and crisis management with an emphasis on the facilities, utilities, and services of the health care centers of Tiran and Karvan County, Isfahan Province. Methods: This is a descriptive-analytical survey based on the quantitative and qualitative characteristics of Tiran and Karvan County Health Care Centers(H...

Background: Velvet ants (Mutillid wasps) are among the venomous and stinging insects, which their existence has been reported from different areas of Iran. Objectives: Since no study has been done so far in Iran in regards to their sting, their clinical complications and their sting are studied for the first time in Kashan. Methods: In this descrip...

‌ تب خونریزی دهنده کریمه - کنگو ( CCHF) دکتر حمید کثیری دانشکده بهداشت ، دانشگاه علوم پزشکی جندی شاپور اهواز خلاصه : مقدمه و هدف : بعد از تب دانگ ، بیماری کریمه کنگو از نقطه نظر انتشاردرجهان ، ‌دومین گستردگی را در بین بیماری های آربو ویروسی دارد. تب خونريزي دهنده كريمه كنگو ( CCHF) توسط ويروسي از خانواده بونیاویریده و جنس نایروویروس ايجاد مي شود. ا...

نویسندگان: دکتر سید شهرام میرزمانی 1 ، دکتر حمید کثیری* 2 آدرس : 1 معاون بهداشت، اداره بهداشت،امداد و درمان نیروی دریایی راهبردی ارتش جمهوری اسلامی ایران 2* نویسنده مسئول ، دانشکده بهداشت ، دانشگاه علوم پزشکی جندی شاپور اهواز خلاصه ویروس زیکا یک ویروس نوپدید جدید منتقله از راه پشه است. با توجه به گسترش ویروس زیکا در بخش های مختلف آفریقا، آمریکا،...

Background: Animal bite is an emerging public health problem. Annually, in different parts of the world, more than 15 million people are treated for animal bites. Each year, 140 cases of animal bites per 100,000 population are estimated to occur in Iran, more than 85% of which are dog bites. Objectives: The aim of this study was to investigate the...