Predicting distribution of Aedes aegypti and Culex pipiens complex, potential vectors of Rift Valley fever virus in relation to disease epidemics in East Africa

Abstract Background The East African region has experienced several Rift Valley fever (RVF) outbreaks since the 1930s. The objective of this study was to identify distributions of potential disease vectors in relation to disease epidemics. Understanding disease vector potential distributions is a major concern for disease transmission dynamics. Methods Diverse ecological niche modelling techniques have …

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The Risk of Dengue Virus Transmission in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania during an Epidemic Period of 2014

Abstract Background In 2010, 2012, 2013 and 2014 dengue outbreaks have been reported in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. However, there is no comprehensive data on the risk of transmission of dengue in the country. The objective of this study was to assess the risk of transmission of dengue in Dar es Salaam during the 2014 …

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Onchocerciasis Entomological Surveillance and Modelling

SUMMARY Background: Onchocerciasis remains the major neglected tropical vector-borne parasitic disease in terms of funding, yet it’s burden claims the life of many resource-poor populations. Onchocerciasis control relies on treatment using of a single dose of ivermectin (Mectizan®) taken for the lifespan of the adult worm. The primary goal of Onchocerciasis control in Africa has …

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Climate Change and Entomological Surveillance of Vector-Borne Diseases During Industrialisation Era in Tanzania

Research Summary/Problem: Changes in mean climatic conditions and climate variability can affect human health, particularly via changes in biological and ecological processes that influence disease transmission and food yields. Climate is thought to represent a threat toward emerging new risk areas for transmission of vector-borne diseases globally. Climate plays as an important factor in both …

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Prediction of Patterns Associated with Onchocerciasis Recrudescence

Abstract Onchocerciasis control relies on use of mass treatment with the microfilaricide ivermectin. Despite many years of community treatment, the disease recently has started to re-appear in areas including that had mass drug treatment in combination with vector control using larvicide application. Onchocerciasis is one of diseases with massive data. Available community prevalence and microfilaria …

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