Evolution of Socioeconomic Conditions and Its Relation to Spatial–Temporal Changes of Giardiasis and Helminthiasis in Amazonian Children

This study analyzed the evolution of socioeconomic, sanitary, and personal factors as well as spatiotemporal changes in the prevalence of helminthiasis and giardiasis in urban Amazonian children between 2003 and 2011. Child age, lack of sanitation, and lack of access to bottled water were identified...

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Published in:EcoHealth 2016-12, Vol.13 (4), p.743-760
Main Authors: Delfino, B. M., Campos, R. G., Pereira, T. M., Mantovani, S. A. S., Oliart-Guzmán, H., Martins, A. C., Braña, A. M., Branco, F. L. C. C., Filgueira-Júnior, J. A., Santos, A. P., Araújo, T. S., Oliveira, C. S. M., Ramalho, A. A., Muniz, P. T., Codeço, C. T., da Silva-Nunes, M.
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Language:English
Subjects:
Animal Ecology
Children & youth
Economic conditions
Ecosystems
Environmental Health
Medicine
Medicine & Public Health
Microbiology
Original Contribution
Public Health
Socioeconomic factors
Spatial analysis
Water and Health
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Summary:This study analyzed the evolution of socioeconomic, sanitary, and personal factors as well as spatiotemporal changes in the prevalence of helminthiasis and giardiasis in urban Amazonian children between 2003 and 2011. Child age, lack of sanitation, and lack of access to bottled water were identified as significant associated factors for helminthiasis and giardiasis. There was an overall improvement in socioeconomic and sanitary conditions in the city resulting in decreased helminth prevalences from 12.42 to 9.63% between 2003 and 2010, but the prevalence increased to 15.03% in 2011 due to migratory movement and unstable sanitary conditions. As for Giardiasis, socioeconomic and environmental changes were not enough to reduce prevalence (16% in 2003 and 23% in 2011). Spatial analysis identified a significant cluster for helminthiasis in an area of poor housing conditions. Control programs in the Amazon need to target high-risk areas focusing changes in sanitation, water usage, and health education.
ISSN:1612-9202
1612-9210
DOI:10.1007/s10393-016-1167-z