Climatic factors and the incidence of dengue in Cartagena, Colombian Caribbean Region
Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop
; 55: e0072, 2022. graf
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ABSTRACT
ABSTRACT Background:
The influence of climate on the epidemiology of dengue has scarcely been studied in Cartagena.Methods:
The relationship between dengue cases and climatic and macroclimatic factors was explored using an ecological design and bivariate and time-series analyses during lag and non-lag months. Data from 2008-2017 was obtained from the national surveillance system and meteorological stations.Results:
Cases correlated only with climatic variables during lag and non-lag months. Decreases in precipitation and humidity and increases in temperature were correlated with an increase in cases.Conclusions:
Our findings provide useful information for establishing and strengthening dengue prevention and control strategies.
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Tipo de estudio:
Incidence_studies
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Risk_factors_studies
País/Región como asunto:
America do sul
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Colombia
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En
Revista:
Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop
Asunto de la revista:
MEDICINA TROPICAL
Año:
2022
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Article
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