Analysis of the Relationship between Waste Management Systems and Dengue Fever Cases in Urban Areas

Puteri Rania; Yislam Junaid

doi:10.37899/mjdh.v2i4.291

Authors

Puteri Rania Department of Public Health, University of Malaya, Malaysia
Yislam Junaid Public Health Sciences, Padjadjaran University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37899/mjdh.v2i4.291

Keywords:

Waste Management, Dengue Fever, Urban Health, Mosquito Control

Abstract

Dengue fever continues to pose a significant public health threat in densely populated tropical cities, with Indonesia experiencing recurrent outbreaks in urban centers such as Jakarta, Surabaya, and Bandung. This study investigates the relationship between urban waste management practices and dengue transmission from 2018 to 2023, employing a mixed-methods approach that combines quantitative epidemiological analysis with spatial mapping and qualitative stakeholder interviews. Quantitative results indicate a significant negative correlation between waste collection frequency and dengue incidence, suggesting that regular waste removal effectively reduces mosquito breeding sites and lowers transmission risk. Conversely, poor waste segregation and accumulation of discarded containers contribute to increased Aedes aegypti habitats, elevating dengue prevalence. Spatial analysis highlights that neighborhoods with inadequate waste management infrastructure experience higher mosquito density and recurrent outbreaks. Qualitative findings emphasize the critical role of integrated policy coordination, community participation, and intersectoral collaboration in addressing environmental health risks. Overall, the study underscores sustainable waste management as a central strategy for dengue prevention, recommending enhanced public education, improved waste infrastructure, and strengthened collaboration across municipal and health authorities. Future research should assess the long-term effectiveness and scalability of integrated waste management interventions in diverse urban contexts.

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