Parasitic diseases and their impact on public health: a study of cases in different regions of the country
Parasitic diseases represent a significant threat to public health in many countries, especially in regions with poor sanitary and hygienic conditions. This article explores the impact of parasitic infections on public health by analyzing cases from different regions of the country. We investigate the prevalence of parasitic diseases, their clinical manifestations, and their socio-economic impacts. The article provides an assessment of the prevalence rate of parasitic diseases and the level of infestation in the Kyrgyz Republic (KR).
Research Method. Based on the obtained results, the analysis and calculation of the infection rate per 1,000 examined individuals were conducted using the formula: (number of positive cases * 1000 / number of examined individuals). The statistical significance of the odds ratio was calculated using www.medcalc.org/calc/odds_ratio.php. The results were processed using the SPSS statistical software.
The analysis of morbidity trends indicates that parasitic infections in the republic have a complex epidemiological pattern. In recent decades, a decrease in the incidence of certain helminth infections, such as ascariasis, has been observed. However, the number of cases of other infections, including echinococcosis, alveococcosis, and toxocariasis, is increasing. High infestation rates among young children highlight the need to improve preventive measures, including health education and regular medical examinations.
Conclusion: More than 20 types of parasitic diseases have been registered in Kyrgyzstan, among which malaria was eliminated in 2016. Although the incidence of intestinal parasitic infections has decreased, new infestations, such as dicrocoeliasis, fascioliasis, and toxocariasis, have emerged. Echinococcosis and alveococcosis remain significant public health problems, with a tendency to spread throughout the republic.
KEYWORDS: parasitic diseases, Kyrgyzstan, intestinal parasitic infections, echinococcosis, alveococcosis, morbidity, nematodoses, protozoal infections.
