Integrated Vector Management
Vector management is the main method for tackling many of the world’s most burdensome infectious diseases, such as malaria, dengue, and other neglected tropical diseases (NTDs). When effective methods of targeting mosquitoes, flies, ticks, bugs, and other vectors that transmit pathogens are well implemented, lives are saved and the health of millions protected.
Prevention and control of arboviral diseases is accomplished most effectively through a comprehensive, integrated vector management (IVM) program applying the principles of integrated pest management. IVM is based on an understanding of the underlying biology of the arbovirus transmission system and utilizes regular monitoring of vector mosquito populations and arboviral activity levels to determine if, when, and where interventions are needed to keep mosquito numbers below levels which produce risk of human disease, and to respond appropriately to reduce risk when it exceeds acceptable levels.
“Vector-borne diseases account for more than 17% of all infectious diseases, causing more than 700 000 deaths annually.”
~ World Health Organization
According to the World Health Organization, 4 out of 5 people worldwide are at risk of contracting viruses or parasites transmitted by mosquitoes, flies, ticks, fleas and other vectors.
Arthropod-borne viral (arboviral) diseases include;
- West Nile Virus Disease
- Yellow Fever
- Chikungunya Virus Disease
- Zika Virus Disease
- Colorado Tick Fever
- Dengue Fever
- Eastern and Western Equine Encephalitis
- St. Louis Encephalitis
- Japanese Encephalitis
Components of Integrated Vector Management (IVM)
- Surveillance and Quality Control.
- Physical Control.
- Biological Control.
- Microbial & Chemical Control.
- Public Outreach.