Abstract
Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) is a neglected tropical disease caused by filarial worms. Semarang City has an increasing number of LF. The aim of this study was to investigate potential sources of transmission and distribution of LF. It was descriptive research using cross-sectional design. The sample were 28 LF cases. The variables studied were level of knowledge, physical and biological environmental factors, and provision of health service. Data were collected with interview and observation. Data were analysed descriptively and spatially. The results showed that LF cases were distributed in centre of Semarang City, especially in the coastal area. Poor drainage and stagnant water around the houses were potential breeding places for mosquitos, which are suspected as a vector of LF transmission. Physical and biological environmental factors around the houses of LF patient may possibly be sources of distribution and transmission of LF. It was indicated with the existence of mosquito larvae in any habitats.
Highlights
Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) is one of the neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), likely transmitted by mosquito vectors
Data source of lymphatic filariasis cases was taken from registry on the District Health Office of Semarang City
As of October 2016, 28 LF cases had been identified in Semarang City
Summary
Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) is one of the neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), likely transmitted by mosquito vectors. This disease has become of global concern and even become a major public health problem in 11 Southeast Asian countries (WHO, 2013). This disease does affect large numbers of people, high morbidity, and mortality and affects productivity and the social life regionally (Narain et al, 2010). Central Java is one of the LF endemic areas in Indonesia, with an mf rate of 0.8% (Wahyono, 2010). Some of them were new cases reported in 2014–2015, and case reports have increased year to year recently
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