Historical review of mosquito control as a component of malaria eradication program in the Ryukyu Archipelago.
Southeast Asian J Trop Med Public Health
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1996 Sep; 27(3): 498-511
Artigo
em Inglês
| IMSEAR
| ID: sea-32130
ABSTRACT
In the Ryukyu Archipelago, where malaria used to be endemic, eradication of the disease was achieved by the year 1962, as a consequential effect of a planned malaria eradication program in the area. This achievement was facilitated by concerted efforts in controlling vector mosquitos and treatment of all detected and presumptive cases of malaria infections. Anopheles minimus Theobald and An. sinensis Wiedemann were common in all areas endemic for malaria. Knowledge of the biology and bionomics of the mosquitos in malaria endemic areas formed the basis for formulating strategies for the control of vectors and subsequent surveillance activities. Insecticide residual spray, larvivorous fishes and environmental management were the basic strategies for vector control. The whole program was augmented by an active community participation in all eradication activities.
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Índice:
IMSEAR (Sudeste Asiático)
Assunto principal:
Humanos
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Controle de Mosquitos
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História do Século XIX
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História do Século XX
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Japão
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Malária
País/Região como assunto:
Ásia
Idioma:
Inglês
Revista:
Southeast Asian J Trop Med Public Health
Ano de publicação:
1996
Tipo de documento:
Artigo
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