Malaria and lymphatic filariasis: the case for integrated vector management

van den Berg, H.; Kelly-Hope, L.A.; Lindsay, S.W.

Abstract

The global programmes to eliminate both malaria and lymphatic filariasis are facing operational and technical challenges. Available data show that the use of treated or untreated bednets and indoor residual spraying for malaria control concomitantly reduced filarial rates. In turn, mass drug administration campaigns against lymphatic filariasis can be combined with the distribution of insecticide-treated bednets. Combining these disease control efforts could lead to more efficient use of resources, more accurate attribution of effects, and more effective control of both diseases. Systematic integration requires coordination at all levels, mapping of coendemic areas, and comprehensive monitoring and evaluation.

Citation

van den Berg, H., Kelly-Hope, L., & Lindsay, S. (2013). Malaria and lymphatic filariasis: the case for integrated vector management. The Lancet Infectious Diseases, 13(1), 89-94. https://doi.org/10.1016/s1473-3099%2812%2970148-2

• Journal Article Type: Article
• Publication Date: Jan 1, 2013
• Deposit Date: Apr 10, 2013
• Journal: The Lancet Infectious Diseases
• Print ISSN: 1473-3099
• Electronic ISSN: 1474-4457
• Publisher: Elsevier
• Peer Reviewed: Peer Reviewed
• Volume: 13
• Issue: 1
• Pages: 89-94
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/s1473-3099%2812%2970148-2
• Public URL: https://durham-repository.worktribe.com/output/1478734