Population movement: a key factor in the epidemiology of neglected tropical diseases
Aagaard-Hansen, J.; Nombela, N.; Alvar, J.
Tropical Medicine and International Health Tm and Ih 15(11): 1281-1288
2010
ISSN/ISBN: 1365-3156 PMID: 20976871 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-3156.2010.02629.xDocument Number: 223713
This review provides an overview of the complex ways in which population movements are linked to spread and control of neglected tropical diseases – often exacerbated by insufficient medical services and sanitary infrastructure. A new typology of population movements is suggested which builds on previous work but offers a more comprehensive typology based on the variables of 'onset', 'cause', 'direction' and 'motivation'. Schistosomiasis and leishmaniasis provide examples of the intricate ways in which population movements may play a role. A thorough and context-specific understanding of these patterns combined with the ability and will to launch targeted public health interventions is needed to achieve adequate control of neglected tropical diseases as well as other infectious diseases.
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