Global trends in the use of insecticides to control vector-borne diseases.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Data on insecticide use for vector control are essential for guiding pesticide management systems on judicious and appropriate use, resistance management, and reduction of risks to human health and the environment.

Objective

We studied the global use and trends of insecticide use for control of vector-borne diseases for the period 2000 through 2009.

Methods

A survey was distributed to countries with vector control programs to request national data on vector control insecticide use, excluding the use of long-lasting insecticidal nets (LNs). Data were received from 125 countries, representing 97% of the human populations of 143 targeted countries.

Results

The main disease targeted with insecticides was malaria, followed by dengue, leishmaniasis, and Ch

SUBMITTER: van den Berg H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3339467 | biostudies-literature | 2012 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature