Análisis comparativo epidemiológico de la enfermedad de chagas en Paraguay y Ecuador

Abstract

The purpose of this research tends to epidemiologically analyze Chagas disease by comparing it between two endemic countries: Paraguay and Ecuador. With the purpose of delving into the situation of Chagas disease in these nations, through a bibliographic review of primary and secondary sources on the origins and history of the disease to date, the incidence of new cases is also included. . in the population. To achieve this purpose, relevant epidemiological data were obtained from the two countries analyzed, including factors of the geographical distribution of the disease, vectors and control and a critical aspect such as the response of the health system to the disease. Regarding Paraguay, research has been carried out on the Chagas control efforts organized by health authorities, as well as on the medical care and prevention programs developed for the population. Paraguay's specific challenges in addressing the disease include accessibility to healthcare in rural areas and insufficient public awareness about the disease and its dangers. On the other hand, in the case of Ecuador, the same epidemiology of Chagas was investigated, taking into account the geographical diversity of the country and to what extent it influences the distribution of the disease. The control strategies applied by the government, and the research and international cooperation efforts to combat Chagas were considered. From the comparison of these two countries, it was possible to identify the similarities and differences in the epidemiology of Chagas and the public health responses of Paraguay and Ecuador. Therefore, these data are essential to improve disease prevention and detection strategies in the two countries and in the affected population in general.