Onde Dói? Sistema mobile colaborativo para dados georreferenciados no combate a doenças tropicais negligenciadas

Abstract

Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) represent a persistent public health challenge in Brazil, demanding new strategies that integrate the population into the monitoring process. This work presents the development and validation of "Onde Dói?", a mobile participatory surveillance system that utilizes collective intelligence and georeferenced data to combat these diseases. The solution was developed using the Flutter framework and the Firebase platform, integrating advanced features such as the Google Maps API for spatial visualization of outbreaks and the Gemini Artificial Intelligence model for virtual assistance and preliminary image analysis. To ensure continuous volunteer engagement, the application implements gamification mechanics based on Self-Determination Theory, including ranking systems, progression levels, and collaboration rewards. Validation conducted with users demonstrated the interface’s efficacy and high acceptance of the proposed functionalities. It is concluded that "Onde Dói?" transcends a proof of concept, establishing itself as a robust technological tool capable of democratizing access to health information and acting as a direct channel between citizens and epidemiological surveillance