Trial of a community-based intervention to decrease infestation of Aedes aegypti mosquitoes in cement washbasins in El Progreso, Honduras

Fernández, Eduardo; Leontsini, Elli; Sherman, Catalina; Chan, Adeline; Reyes, Claudia; Lozano, R. C.; Fuentes, B.A; Nichter, Mark; Winch, Peter J.

doi:10.1016/s0001-706x(98)00033-3

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“…It was possible to see that low water tanks were the most common breeding site in the study area. Similar observations were made in other parts of Colombia and Latin America 17,18,19 . Girardot and Melgar are lowland regions whose residents have historically given water a particular status, therefore water management is central to their daily functioning.…”

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An ecosystemic approach to evaluating ecological, socioeconomic and group dynamics affecting the prevalence of Aedes aegypti in two Colombian towns

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This article focuses on the epidemiological methods and results of a global Ecohealth study that explored the complexity of the relationship between ecological, biological, economical, social and political factors and vector presence. The study was carried out in two dengue endemic areas of Colombia. A transdisciplinary team gathered quantitative and qualitative data. A survey in randomly sampled households was applied and, simultaneously, direct observation of potential breeding sites was carried out. Logistic regressions and qualitative techniques were used. Qualitative and quantitative data were compared using triangulation. The presence of low water containers increases seven-fold the risk of finding immature forms ofAedes aegypti in the household (OR = 7.5; 95%CI: 1.7-32.2). An inverse association between socioeconomic stratum and presence of the vector was identified (Low stratum OR = 0.9; 95%CI: 0.6-1.4; High stratum OR =0.4; 95%CI: 0.07-1.7). Water management is a complex social dynamic associated with the presence of Ae. aegypti. Dengue control is a challenge for public health authorities and researchers as they should address promotion and prevention strategies that take into account cultural, behavioral, socioeconomic and health factors.

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An ecosystemic approach to evaluating ecological, socioeconomic and group dynamics affecting the prevalence of Aedes aegypti in two Colombian towns

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“…This supports the suggestion that combining interventions produces a higher overall effect. For malaria, there is growing evidence that integrated control approaches are highly effective ( Utzinger et al , 2002;Castro et al , 2004; Honduras, El Progreso, 1988 (Fernández et al, 1998) Mexico, Yucatan, 1990(Lloyd et al, 1992 Puerto Rico, NA, 1986 (Winch et al, 2002) Cuba, Havana, 1999 (Sanchez et al, 2005) Thailand, Kohn Kaen, 2001 (Phuanukoonnon et al, 2005) Philippines, Labangon, 1997 (Madarieta et al, 1999) Indonesia, Pekalongan, 1985(Suroso & Suroso, 1990 …”

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Effect of dengue vector control interventions on entomological parameters in developing countries: a systematic review and meta‐analysis

Erlanger

Keiser

Utzinger

2008

Medical Vet Entomology

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. The aim of this review was to compare the effects of different dengue vector control interventions (i.e. biological control, chemical control, environmental management and integrated vector management) with respect to the following entomological parameters: Breteau index (BI), container index (CI), and house index (HI). We systematically searched PubMed, ISI Web of Science, Science Direct, the Dengue Bulletin of the World Health Organization and reference lists of retrieved articles on dengue vector control interventions in developing countries. We extracted data on the effectiveness of different dengue vector control interventions (defined as the relative reduction of an entomological measure caused by the intervention compared with the control or pre-intervention phase) and calculated a measure of combined relative effectiveness, with 95% confidence intervals (95% c.i.). We identified 56 publications covering 61 dengue vector control interventions. ; range 20 -2500), whereas integrated vector management focused on larger populations (median: 12 450; range: 210 -9 600 000). In conclusion, dengue vector control is effective in reducing vector populations, particularly when interventions use a community-based, integrated approach, which is tailored to local eco-epidemiological and sociocultural settings and combined with educational programmes to increase knowledge and understanding of best practice. New research should assess the density-dependent effectiveness of each control measure in order to estimate whether reducing vector numbers has an impact on dengue transmission when populations are at a critical threshold.

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“…[27][28][29][30][31] TIPs have also shaped interventions related to newborn care, indoor air quality, dengue prevention, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), basic hygiene, and family planning. 26,[32][33][34][35][36][37][38] This paper reports on trials of improved practices designed to maximize effective ITN use in a malaria-endemic region of the Peruvian Amazon. The study took place in 2000-2001, before the development of LLINs.…”

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Trials of Improved Practices (TIPs): A Strategy for Making Long-Lasting Nets Last Longer?

Harvey¹,

Olórtegui

Leontsini³

et al. 2013

The American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene

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Abstract. Long-lasting insecticidal net (LLIN) use is a proven malaria prevention method. Mass distribution has greatly expanded LLIN access in sub-Saharan Africa, but a gap remains between LLIN ownership and use. Furthermore, LLINs wear out more quickly than anticipated. This paper suggests a participatory research strategy-trials of improved practices (TIPs)-that could identify locally appropriate approaches to prolonging net life and increasing effective use. We used TIPs to overcome barriers to optimal net use in the Peruvian Amazon. Working with 15 families in three villages, we tested home treatment of cotton nets, use of an alternative netting fabric, and alternative washing and care instructions. TIPs helped confirm feasibility of these interventions. Although our findings are time-and context-specific, TIPs could help improve consistency and effectiveness of current LLIN use and prolong net lifespan in sub-Saharan Africa and elsewhere. This would help maximize the value of shrinking donor resources for malaria.

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Trial of a community-based intervention to decrease infestation of Aedes aegypti mosquitoes in cement washbasins in El Progreso, Honduras

Cited by 45 publications

References 15 publications

An ecosystemic approach to evaluating ecological, socioeconomic and group dynamics affecting the prevalence of Aedes aegypti in two Colombian towns

An ecosystemic approach to evaluating ecological, socioeconomic and group dynamics affecting the prevalence of Aedes aegypti in two Colombian towns

Effect of dengue vector control interventions on entomological parameters in developing countries: a systematic review and meta‐analysis

Trials of Improved Practices (TIPs): A Strategy for Making Long-Lasting Nets Last Longer?

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