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Short Communication • Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop. 56 • 2023 • https://doi.org/10.1590/0037-8682-0274-2023   copy

Occurrence of Tungiasis in Ceará State, Northeast Brazil: Results of a Rapid Assessment Method

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ABSTRACT

Background:

Systematic data on the occurrence of tungiasis are scarce.

Methods:

We analyzed data on tungiasis in humans and animals from all municipalities of Ceará State, Northeast Brazil, using a rapid assessment questionnaire.

Results:

Among the 184 municipalities, 181 (98.3%) reported tungiasis in the past (before 2021) or currently, 120 (65.2%) reported current occurrence, 155 (84.2%) reported severe cases in the past or currently, 47 (25.5 %) reported severe cases currently, and 132 (71.7%) reported tungiasis in animals.

Conclusions:

Tungiasis is a significant public health concern in Ceará. A One Health approach is required to reduce the disease burden in humans and animals.

Keywords:
Tungiasis; Ceará, Brazil; Rapid Assessment; Epidemiology; Neglected Tropical Disease

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