Rasgos antropogénicos de los ciclos zoonóticos en el Perú

Abstract

In a natural, non-anthropogenic way, hosts or vectors influence the dynamics of zoonotic cycles in several ways; On the one hand, they determine the geographical and temporal distribution of infectious agents, according to their habitats, their movements and their biological cycles; on the other hand, they determine the intensity and frequency of exposure and contact with humans, according to their habits, their populations and their interactions; and also determine the probability and severity of infection and disease in humans, according to their genetic, immunological and pathogenic characteristics. However, on the other hand, anthropogenic traits refer to human characteristics or activities that influence the dynamics of zoonotic cycles, alter the balance of the principle of opportunity and encounter, susceptibility, exposure, transmission, and adaptability. of etiological agents, as well as the emergence and re-emergence of zoonoses and the response of health systems. Based on the available scientific evidence, the main anthropogenic traits that influence zoonotic cycles in Peru are described and analyzed.