Mapping and modelling neglected tropical diseases and poverty in Latin America and the Caribbean

Abstract

The prospects and opportunities for application of risk mapping and modelling of the neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) in Latin America are examined with the aim to broaden the interest in geospatial research there. Special reference is made to the potential use of geospatial tools in health planning and implementation of national disease control programmes.

Keywords

• neglected tropical diseases, geospatial health, mapping, modelling, Latin America, Caribbean.