Application of quantum geographic information system (QGIS) in epidemiological mapping and assessment of lumpy skin disease dynamics in cattle and buffaloes in Quang Binh province, 2021 - 2024
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Lumpy skin disease (LSD) is a significant infectious disease affecting cattle and buffaloes, causing substantial losses to the livestock industry. This study analyzed the progression of LSD outbreaks in Quang Binh province from 2021 to 2024 using epidemiological data and GIS (geographic information system) technology to assess disease distribution. Collected data were processed using Microsoft Excel 2019, descriptive statistical analysis was conducted with SPSS (IBM, 2020), and QGIS (an open-source Geographic Information System software) was employed for visualization to identify high-risk areas. The results indicated that LSD outbreaks varied across districts, with Quang Trach, Quang Ninh, and Tuyen Hoa identified as the highest-risk areas due to high livestock density. Quang Trach district and Ba Don town recorded a gradual decline in disease incidence from 2021 to 2024, attributed to effective control measures such as vaccination and strict disease management. Meanwhile, other locations, including Bo Trach, Le Thuy, and Dong Hoi, also reported cases, though they were not classified as high-risk areas. This study highlights the importance of applying QGIS technology in disease monitoring, aiding authorities in developing appropriate control strategies. The creation of risk maps based on livestock density and epidemiological data enhances the effectiveness of future LSD prevention and control efforts.
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