Abstract

MADRID PERALTA, Paulina Francisca  and  LUJAN JOHNSON, Gladys Lola. Health Disparities from the Experience of Workers in the Epidemiological Management of Dengue. Rev. Sci. [online]. 2025, vol.10, n.35, pp.130-148.  Epub Oct 01, 2025. ISSN 2542-2987.  https://doi.org/10.29394/scientific.issn.2542-2987.2025.10.35.6.130-148.

This study examines health disparities from the perspective of workers in the epidemiological management of dengue. It is based on the identification of structural and systemic barriers that perpetuate inequities. The objective was to understand their experiences to develop more inclusive and sustainable strategies. Methodologically, an integrative theoretical review was conducted under PRISMA principles, employing a mixed approach (qualitative-quantitative) with biphasic evaluation through complementary frameworks: Cochrane Handbook for experimental studies and Newcastle-Ottawa Scale for observational studies. The results identified three fundamental dimensions: conceptual-operational gap (disconnection between theoretical knowledge and practical application), structural-functional gap (limitations in infrastructure and resources), and organizational-systematic gap (deficiencies in inter-institutional coordination). It is concluded that these disparities reflect inequalities that affect both the dengue response and the well-being of workers and communities, evidencing the need for inclusive policies that combine intersectoral efforts, community participation, and health system strengthening.

Keywords : health disparity; epidemiology; communicable diseases; health personnel; health policy.

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