EPIMAPA: desenvolvimento de uma ferramenta para coleta de dados georreferenciados de vetores de doenças

Abstract

We discuss the relevance of acquiring georeferenced data concerning the presence of diseasetransmitting vectors, such as dengue, zika, chikungunya, and eosinophilic meningitis, in the context of public health. A mobile application that has been developed for the purpose of collecting and analyzing geospatial data associated with these vectors. The research focuses on a detailed analysis of "Epimapa," its functionalities, benefits, and its impact on real-time epidemiological surveillance. This approach underscores the importance of geolocation and data analysis technologies in obtaining essential information against vector-borne diseases. The objective of this study is to explore the capabilities of an innovative digital platform, evaluate the benefits derived from its use in epidemiological surveillance, measure the contribution of geolocation to data collection, investigate community participation, and analyze the potential impact on public health policies. The methodology employed combines the use of this platform with geolocation technologies, as well as the integration of API services to enrich the collected data. The data collection process encompasses the careful selection of vectors, the incorporation of relevant images, and geocoding through Google Maps, followed by integration with the ViaCep API to enhance location information. The gathered data is visualized with the assistance of Leaflet, presented through maps, summary cards, and tables, offering users various approaches to explore georeferenced information. Data analysis includes evaluating the quality of information, analyzing the geographical distribution of vectors, studying the frequency of occurrences, and identifying epidemiological trends. The results highlight the geospatial accuracy and its positive impact on epidemiological surveillance and the control of vector-borne diseases. It is worth noting that throughout the study, rigorous ethical and privacy considerations were strictly observed.In summary, this mobile application emerges as an invaluable tool in collecting georeferenced data associated with disease vectors, demonstrating significant potential in the prevention and control of these illnesses. Thus, it represents an innovative and collaborative approach to addressing the challenges faced by Brazilian public health in this context.