Urban malaria vector bionomics and human sleeping behavior in three cities in Senegal.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Malaria is endemic in Senegal, with seasonal transmission, and the entire population is at risk. In recent years, high malaria incidence has been reported in urban and peri-urban areas of Senegal. An urban landscape analysis was conducted in three cities to identify the malaria transmission indicators and human behavior that may be driving the increasing malaria incidence occurring in urban environments. Specifically, mosquito vector bionomics and human sleeping behaviors including outdoor sleeping habits were assessed to guide the optimal deployment of targeted vector control interventions.

Methods

Longitudinal entomological monitoring using human landing catches and pyrethrum spray catches was conducted from May to December 2019 in Diourbel, Kaolack, and Touba,

SUBMITTER: Diop A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10510207 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature