Geographical structures and the cholera epidemic in modern Japan: Fukushima prefecture in 1882 and 1895
2007
Cholera Epidemic Patterns in Fukushima, Japan
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Kuo Chun-Lin, Fukui Hiromichi
Primary Institution: Academia Sinica, Taipei, Taiwan
Hypothesis
The time-ordered cholera diffusion sequence in Fukushima was affected by its geographical setting.
Conclusion
The spatial-temporal patterns of cholera diffusion offer insights into regional change in modern Japan.
Supporting Evidence
- The 1895 cholera report is considered more accurate and complete due to improved disease recording systems.
- Changes in diffusion patterns between 1882 and 1895 reflect improvements in the Fukushima transportation system.
- The study identified five diffusion systems for the 1882 outbreak and four for the 1895 outbreak.
Takeaway
This study looks at how cholera spread in Fukushima, Japan, in the late 1800s and shows that geography played a big role in how the disease moved.
Methodology
GIS-based techniques were used to analyze diffusion routes and visualize outbreak dynamics.
Limitations
Data accuracy issues and uncertain boundaries limited efforts to model historical disease diffusions.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p = 0.01
Statistical Significance
p<0.01
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