Análise da Morbimortalidade por Pneumonia em Brasília: Um Estudo Ecológico sobre Determinantes Etários e Raciais

Objective: To analyze the epidemiological profile, morbidity, and mortality rate from pneumonia in the Federal District between 2022 and 2024, identifying age and racial disparities. Methods: Cross-sectional ecological study using secondary data from the Hospital Information System (SIH/SUS). Hospitalizations and deaths under the descriptor "Pneumonia and Influenza" in Brasília were analyzed. Results: A progressive increase in the mortality rate was observed, evolving from 6.37 in 2022 to 7.7 in 2024. Seasonal peaks coincided with the dry season in the Cerrado. Conclusion: Pneumonia remains a critical public health challenge in Brasília, aggravated by social inequalities and climatic factors. Vaccination strategies and early intervention protocols should be prioritized for higher-risk groups.