Vitals: A quarterly report of the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Jamaica April 2022

This document looks at dengue statistics for the period January 2018 to December 2021. It focuses on symptoms and signs, history, suspected and confirmed cases and mapping of cases in each parish for the period January 2018 to December 2019.

National communicable diseases digest: Epidemiological week 16

This communicable diseases digest offers a summary of incidence rates for the Ministry of Health's epidemiological week 16. It draws on weekly data retrieved through the Belize Health Information System (BHIS) which seeks to improve individual health outcomes and public health performance as well as to optimize resource utilization. Using graphics, national, seasonal and weekly trends are compared for the following: Acute Respiratory Infections (ARIs), a leading cause of death among children under the age of five; Severe Acute Respiratory Infections (SARIs), which have the potential for large scale epidemics; Gastrointestinal Diseases; Vector Borne Diseases; Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs); and Other Communicable Diseases/Outbreaks/Public Health related incidents.

National communicable diseases digest: Epidemiological week 17

This communicable diseases digest offers a summary of incidence rates for the Ministry of Health's epidemiological week 17. It draws on weekly data retrieved through the Belize Health Information System (BHIS) which seeks to improve individual health outcomes and public health performance as well as to optimize resource utilization. Using graphics, national, seasonal and weekly trends are compared for the following: Acute Respiratory Infections (ARIs), a leading cause of death among children under the age of five; Severe Acute Respiratory Infections (SARIs), which have the potential for large scale epidemics; Gastrointestinal Diseases; Vector Borne Diseases; Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs); and Other Communicable Diseases/Outbreaks/Public Health related incidents.

National communicable diseases digest: Epidemiological week 19

This communicable diseases digest offers a summary of incidence rates for the Ministry of Health's epidemiological week 19. It draws on weekly data retrieved through the Belize Health Information System (BHIS) which seeks to improve individual health outcomes and public health performance as well as to optimize resource utilization. Using graphics, national, seasonal and weekly trends are compared for the following: Acute Respiratory Infections (ARIs), a leading cause of death among children under the age of five; Severe Acute Respiratory Infections (SARIs), which have the potential for large scale epidemics; Gastrointestinal Diseases; Vector Borne Diseases; Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs); and other Communicable Diseases/Outbreaks/Public Health related incidents.

National communicable diseases digest: Epidemiological week 20

This communicable diseases digest offers a summary of incidence rates for the Ministry of Health's epidemiological week 20. It draws on weekly data retrieved through the Belize Health Information System (BHIS) which seeks to improve individual health outcomes and public health performance as well as to optimize resource utilization. Using graphics, national, seasonal and weekly trends are compared for the following: Acute Respiratory Infections (ARIs), a leading cause of death among children under the age of five; Severe Acute Respiratory Infections (SARIs), which have the potential for large scale epidemics; Gastrointestinal Diseases; Vector Borne Diseases; Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs); and other Communicable Diseases/Outbreaks/Public Health related incidents.

National vector control program 2018-2019 operational plan

Operational plan of Belize's 2018-2019 National Vector Control Program. This shows the strategies used for improved health services and their outcomes in reducing vector borne diseases (Malaria, Dengue, Zika and Chikungunya).

Zika - epidemiological report Barbados, September 2017

This PAHO/WHO report traces the epidemiology of the Zika and Dengue viruses in Barbados for the period 2017-2017. The first case of Zika was laboratory-confirmed in 2016, and the number of confirmed cases rose to a high of 92 and fell to 25 in 2017. The report also presents statistical data for Dengue, Zika-related pregnancies, Zika-virus-associated Guillain Barre syndrome, Congenital Syndrome associated with Zika Virus infection, and Zika-related deaths

Dengue classification by epidemiological week 2017: [Country total]

The document is a compilation of the dengue data recorded by the Epidemiology Unit of the Ministry of Health, Belize for 2009. This information has been captured, collated and reported according to epidemiological week, district of residence, sex, and age group.

Corozal dengue classification by epidemiological week 2017

The document is a compilation of the dengue data recorded by the Epidemiology Unit of the Ministry of Health, Belize for 2009 for Corozal, Belize. This information has been captured, collated and reported according to epidemiological week, district of residence, sex, and age group.

Orange Walk dengue classification by epidemiological week 2017

The document is a compilation of the dengue data recorded by the Epidemiology Unit of the Ministry of Health, Belize for 2017 for Orange Walk, Belize. This information has been captured, collated and reported according to epidemiological week, district of residence, sex, and age group.

Belize dengue classification by epidemiological week 2017

The document is a compilation of the dengue cases recorded by the Epidemiology Unit of the Ministry of Health, Belize for 2017 for Belize. This information has been captured, collated and reported according to epidemiological week, district of residence, sex, and age group.

Cayo dengue classification by epidemiological week 2017

The document is a compilation of the dengue cases recorded by the Epidemiology Unit of the Ministry of Health, Belize for 2017 for Cayo, a district in the western part of Belize. This information has been captured, collated and reported according to epidemiological week, district of residence, sex, and age group.

Stann Creek dengue classification by epidemiological week 2017

The document is a compilation of the dengue cases recorded by the Epidemiology Unit of the Ministry of Health, Belize for 2017 for the district of Stann Creek. This information has been captured, collated and reported according to epidemiological week, district of residence, sex, and age group.

Toledo dengue classification by epidemiological week 2017

The document is a compilation of the dengue cases recorded by the Epidemiology Unit of the Ministry of Health, Belize for 2017 for Toledo, a district in the southernmost part of Belize. This information has been captured, collated and reported according to epidemiological week, district of residence, sex, and age group.

A comprehensive needs assessment to identify priority program targets for mosquito vector control and related diseases in Belmopan, Belize

This was a mixed-methods study aimed to comprehensively assess factors associated with mosquito control in Belmopan, Belize, in order to better inform stakeholders on the effectiveness of their efforts. A knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions (KAP) survey was employed within the four target communities of San Martin, Salvapan, Maya Mopan, and Las Flores. Additional epidemiological and entomological data was provided by relevant stakeholders. A total of 228 households were surveyed among the four target communities. Only 1/3 of respondents were able to demonstrate proficient knowledge. Knowledge was attained mostly through TV, Ministry of Health, hospital, and radio sources. Over 90% of respondents believed that mosquitos and the diseases they carry were a real issue for the community. Respondents living in Salvapan and Las Flores were more likely to have contracted Dengue Fever, Malaria, Chikungunya, or Zika than in other areas. Fan usage and regularly cleaning the yard were the two most employed practices for preventing mosquito bites and breeding. Approximately 85% of those surveyed viewed insecticide spraying to be effective. This assessment provides valuable insight into the needs of at- risk communities in regards to vector control. An increased focus on community outreach, education, and behavioral change can greatly impact the effectiveness of current vector control efforts. Stakeholders must work together and pool resources in order to effectively employ control interventions. Continued evaluation and community involvement is necessary to control mosquitos and prevent disease outbreaks...(AU)

Estimated effects of climate variables on transmission of malaria, dengue and leptospirosis within Georgetown, Guyana

OBJECTIVE: To analyse meteorological data (temperature, rainfall and relative humidity) and vector-borne diseases (malaria, dengue and leptospirosis) to determine trends that may exist between and among variables within the Georgetown area. SUBJECTS AND METHODS: This study took on a retrospective approach which used data from the Ministry of Health and Ministry of Agriculture, Hydro-meteorological Department, to assess the true nature of the relationship between climate and vector-borne diseases (malaria, dengue and leptospirosis) within the Georgetown area. Correlation and regression analysis was done using SPSS version 13. RESULTS: The results yielded weak positive correlation between climate variables and vector-borne disease withstrongest correlation between P falciparum and Pmalariae. Leptospirosis showed positive correlation withhumidity and dengue showed positive correlation with all three climate variables measured. Projections showed that with a 1 increase in temperature, 1% increase in relative humidity and 50 mm increase in rainfall, there would be significant increases in malaria and leptospirosis. CONCLUSIONS: There have been theories that suggest a connection between climate variables and vector-borne disease but conclusive evidence does not exist. In this present study, the need for research that yields more unwavering results is highlighted. There is no doubt that climate variables influence vector-borne diseases. Therefore, it is recommended that an interdisciplinary approach be taken to ensure reliability and foster a better understanding between climate variables and vector-borne diseases.

The effects of socio-economic status, dengue knowledge and perception on source reduction and protective behavior in selected marginal areas of Belmopan

Dengue, a mosquito-borne disease is a major health concern worldwide. The Belize Ministry of Health mosquito control strategies include fumigating, distributing bed nets, conducting educational campaign, among other activities. The educational campaign, specifically, aims to increase both the source reduction of mosquito breeding sites and the protective behavior against mosquito bites. To understand the relationship between educational campaign and the mosquito preventative practices, a Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice (KAP) survey was conducted in two marginal areas of Belmopan that were considered high risk areas for dengue by the Ministry of Health. The two marginal areas were selected through stratified sampling according to their socio-economic status and within each area the houses were then randomly selected and questions pertaining to their knowledge, attitude and preventative practices for dengue were asked. By analyzing the relationship between demographic background, knowledge, attitude, and practice using bivariate analysis the results demonstrated that although the knowledge of dengue did not have a significant impact on the preventative practice of individuals, their attitudes had. Forty-eight percent of individuals who were considered to have a high concern towards dengue were practicing preventative and protective measures against mosquitos. We conclude that more educational programs should focus on increasing the concern towards dengue along with awareness and encouragement of conducting mosquito source reduction.(AU)

Survey of container breeding mosquito larvae (Dengue vector) in Salvapan and Las Flores

Dengue is one of the most important vector borne diseases, with millions of cases occurring yearly and with billions found in risk areas. Eliminating water-holding containers where mosquitoes oviposit and develop can help manage urban disease-vector mosquitos. Thus, a water holding container eradication campaign was implemented by the Ministry of Health of Belize to eliminate the outburst of a dengue epidemic in known risk areas. A study was conducted in two selected communities, Salvapan and Las Flores, to determine the preferred container breeding habitat of the dengue vector and which of the site is more susceptible to a dengue epidemic. A number of households per site were randomly selected and a survey was carried out to identify water-holding containers breeding mosquito larvae and to identify the dengue vectors Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus. Mosquito larvae from different types of artificial and natural containers were collected and were identified using taxonomical keys. Aedes aegypti was the most abundant species in 74% of positive containers (water tanks, buckets, waste tire, etc). Culex spp. with 13%, Aedes albopictus with 12%, and Anopheles spp. with 0.48% in positive containers. The most abundant positive container was the bucket with 31% out of all positive containers. Twenty-six percent of the houses in Salvapan were positive compared to the thirty-seven percent in Las Flores. The study concluded that the dengue vector preferred breeding habitat was the bucket and that Las Flores is more prone to a dengue epidemic than Salvapan.(AU)

Belize dengue classification by epidemiological week 2015

This document represents statistical data for the district of Belize on dengue classification by Epidemiological (EPI) Week and District for the year 2015. The data signify Confirmed, Probable, Suspected (clinical) and Suspected (by test) cases of dengue. The data are further broken down by sex and age. All the data in question relate to EPI Week 52.

Cayo dengue classification by epidemiological week 2015

This document represents statistical data for the district of Cayo, Belize on dengue classification by Epidemiological (EPI) Week and District for the year 2015. The data signify Confirmed, Probable, Suspected (clinical) and Suspected (by test) cases of Dengue. The data are further broken down by sex and age. All the data in question relate to EPI Week 52.