Spatial distribution analysis of scrub typhus in Korea
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Published on: January 15, 2020
Hong Sung Jin1, Chaeshin Chu, Dong Yeob Han
1Department of Mathematics, Chonnam National University, Gwangju, Korea .
Objective:
This study analyzes the spatial distribution of scrub typhus in Korea.
Methods:
A spatial distribution of Orientia tsutsugamushi occurrence using a geographic information system (GIS) is presented, and analyzed by means of spatial clustering and correlations.
Results:
The provinces of Gangwon-do and Gyeongsangbuk-do show a low incidence throughout the year. Some districts have almost identical environmental conditions of scrub typhus incidence. The land use change of districts does not directly affect the incidence rate.
Conclusion:
GIS analysis shows the spatial characteristics of scrub typhus. This research can be used to construct a spatial-temporal model to understand the epidemic tsutsugamushi.

