Viruses vector control proposal: genus Aedes emphasis
Braz. j. infect. dis
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21(4): 457-463, July-Aug. 2017. graf
Article
in English
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| ID: biblio-888895
ABSTRACT
Abstract The dengue fever is a major public health problem in the world. In Brazil, in 2015, there were 1,534,932 cases, being 20,320 cases of severe form, and 811 deaths related to this disease. The distribution of Aedes aegypti, the vector, is extensive. Recently, Zika and Chikungunya viruses had arisen, sharing the same vector as dengue and became a huge public health issue. Without specific treatment, it is urgently required as an effective vector control. This article is focused on reviewing vector control strategies, their effectiveness, viability and economical impact. Among all, the Sterile Insect Technique is highlighted as the best option to be adopted in Brazil, once it is largely effectively used in the USA and Mexico for plagues related to agribusiness.
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Main subject:
Mosquito Control
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Aedes
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Insect Vectors
Limits:
Animals
Language:
English
Journal:
Braz. j. infect. dis
Journal subject:
Communicable Diseases
Year:
2017
Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Brazil
Institution/Affiliation country:
Cirurgia Vascular/BR
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