Climatic factors and the incidence of dengue in Cartagena, Colombian Caribbean Region

Climatic factors and the incidence of dengue in Cartagena, Colombian Caribbean Region

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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 read more 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 click here 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.