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Published on: July 4, 2007
Policy analysis of the dengue control program in Mexico
Mariana I González Fernández1, Emanuel Orozco Núñez, Enrique Cifuentes
1Servicios de Salud de Morelos, Centro Regional de Control de Vectores, Morelos, México.
Revista De Saude Publica
|October 15, 2010
Summary
Municipalities struggle with dengue control due to unequal resource distribution. Strengthening intersectoral coordination and policy is key for effective dengue epidemic management and community engagement.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Health Policy
Background:
- Dengue remains a significant public health challenge globally.
- Effective control requires robust municipal strategies and intersectoral collaboration.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze municipal measures for dengue epidemic control.
- To prioritize intersectoral coordination, policy strengthening, and community participation.
Main Methods:
- Observational study in Morelos, Mexico (2007).
- Content analysis and policy mapping of interview and observation data.
- Policy Maker software for stakeholder performance and role evaluation.
- Strategic analysis of public policy challenges in dengue control.
Main Results:
- Legal frameworks mandate intersectoral dengue response, yet health services bear most costs.
- Other sectors, like water and sanitation, often neglect their dengue control responsibilities.
- Strong operational links exist among state, jurisdictional, and municipal health authorities.
Conclusions:
- A multidisciplinary approach is essential for efficient dengue outbreak response.
- Strengthening policy stewardship enhances dengue control effectiveness.
- Sustained intersectoral coordination and active community participation are vital.
