The effect of irrigation on malaria vector bionomics and transmission intensity in western Ethiopia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Irrigation schemes may result in subsequent changes in malaria disease dynamics. Understanding the mechanisms and effects of irrigation on malaria vector bionomics and transmission intensity is essential to develop new or alternative surveillance and control strategies to reduce or control malaria risk. This study was designed to assess the effect of rice irrigation on malaria vector bionomics and transmission intensity in the Gambella Region, Ethiopia.

Methods

Comparative cross-sectional study was conducted in Abobo District of the Gambella Region, Ethiopia. Accordingly, clusters (kebeles) were classified into nearby and faraway clusters depending on their proximity to the irrigation scheme. Adult mosquito survey was conducted in February, August and November 201

SUBMITTER: Haileselassie W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8500124 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature