Dataset: Schistosomiasis incidence, climate variables, and flooding events in an Amazonian municipality (2000-2024)

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Authors: Diego Simeone
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Abstract

This dataset contains annual time-series data (2000-2024) on confirmed schistosomiasis cases and environmental indicators for an Amazonian municipality in Brazil. Epidemiological data include the number of confirmed cases and annual population estimates used for rate adjustment. Environmental variables comprise mean annual temperature, accumulated annual precipitation, and a dichotomous indicator of flood occurrence based on official disaster records. The dataset was compiled to support ecological time-series analyses investigating associations between hydrological extremes, climatic variability, and schistosomiasis incidence. All data are aggregated at the annual level and contain no individual-level identifiers. This dataset underpins the analyses presented in the associated manuscript examining the role of extreme hydrological events in shaping schistosomiasis dynamics in tropical regions.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Parasites and Host Interactions Climate Change and Health Impacts Mollusks and Parasites Studies

Publication details

Journal / source
Figshare
Publication date
1 March 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Dataset