Distribution pattern of dengue cases in the tribal UT of Dadra & Nagar Haveli, India

摘要

Objective: This study aims to estimate the age and gender-specific risks of dengue attack during the inthe third smallest union territory India.Methods: The data of dengue confirmed patients since last five years (from January 2015 to December2018) were recorded. The confirmatory diagnosis of dengue was done on the basis of ELISA (NS1, IgMand IgG).Results: The results of the study suggest that the working age group (19- 45 years) is more susceptible togot dengue infection due to the high possibility of exposure to the infected vector. The gender wise dataindicated that the male was outnumbered on the female. The gender predominance in relation to dengueinfection may be due social, cultural and exposure reasons.Conclusion: The risk of dengue transmission is shifting from adult to children and urban to rural/tribalareas. The data of the present study may utilize to develop a state-specific strategy for the prevention andcontrol of dengue.