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Global database of leishmaniasis occurrence locations, 1960-2012
David M Pigott1, Nick Golding1, Jane P Messina1
1Spatial Ecology and Epidemiology Group, Department of Zoology, University of Oxford , Tinbergen Building, South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3PS, UK.
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|May 19, 2015
Summary
This study compiles global leishmaniasis occurrences from 1960-2012, creating a database of 12,563 unique data points. This resource aids in mapping and analyzing these neglected tropical diseases.
Area of Science:
- Tropical Medicine
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
Background:
- Leishmaniases are neglected tropical diseases with significant global public health impact.
- Existing data on the global occurrence of leishmaniasis is fragmented and limited.
Purpose of the Study:
- To create a comprehensive database of leishmaniasis occurrences globally.
- To provide a data resource for mapping and spatial analysis of leishmaniasis.
Main Methods:
- Data were collected from literature, strain archives, and online resources.
- Information on case locations was abstracted and processed.
- A total of 12,563 unique occurrences were compiled, spanning from 1960 to 2012.
Main Results:
- A database of 12,563 spatially and temporally unique leishmaniasis occurrences was established.
- The database includes both cutaneous and visceral leishmaniasis.
- Data ranges in geographic scale from villages to states.
Conclusions:
- The compiled database offers a valuable resource for understanding the distribution of leishmaniasis.
- This data facilitates diverse mapping and spatial analyses at multiple resolutions.
- Improved data accessibility can support efforts to combat these neglected diseases.
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