Spatial-temporal patterns and risk factors for human leptospirosis in Thailand, 2012-2018.

ABSTRACT: Leptospirosis is a globally important zoonotic disease. The disease is particularly important in tropical and subtropical countries. Infections in humans can be caused by exposure to infected animals or contaminated soil or water, which are suitable for Leptospira. To explore the cluster area, the Global Moran's I index was calculated for incidences per 100,000 population at the province level during 2012-2018, using the monthly and annual data. The high-risk and low-risk provinces were identified using the local indicators of spatial association (LISA). The risk factors for leptospirosis were evaluated using a generalized linear mixed model (GLMM) with zero-inflation. We also added spatial and temporal correlation terms to take into account the spatial and temporal structures. The Global

SUBMITTER: Chadsuthi S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8948194 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature