The risk of vector transmission of Trypanosoma cruzi remains high in the State of Paraná.

João Vitor S TrovoMichele Martha Weber-LimaBianca Prado-CostaGiullia F IunklausAndrey J AndradeThadeu Sobral-SouzaRenata L MuylaertLarissa M AlvarengaMax Jean de Ornelas Toledo

Published in: Memorias do Instituto Oswaldo Cruz (2024)

Regardless of uneven sampling and potential biases, risk remains high due to the wide presence of infected vectors and high environmental suitability for vector species throughout the state and, therefore, improvements in public policies aimed at wide dissemination of knowledge about the disease are recommended to ensure the State remains free of Chagas disease.

Keyphrases

healthcare
trypanosoma cruzi
public health
mental health
emergency department
risk assessment
climate change
electronic health record