Efficacy and user acceptability of transfluthrin-treated sisal and hessian decorations for protecting against mosquito bites in outdoor bars

Efficacy and user acceptability of transfluthrin-treated sisal and hessian decorations for protecting against mosquito bites in outdoor bars

Abstract Background A number of mosquito vectors bite and rest outdoors, which contributes to sustained residual malaria transmission in endemic areas. Spatial repellents are thought to create a protective “bubble” within which mosquito bites are reduced and may be ideal for outdoor use. This study...

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Main Authors: John P. Masalu, Marceline Finda, Fredros O. Okumu, Elihaika G. Minja, Arnold S. Mmbando, Maggy T. Sikulu-Lord, Sheila B. Ogoma
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-04-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
Subjects:
Early-evening biting
Outdoor-biting
Residual malaria transmission
Vector control
Transfluthrin
Sisal decorative baskets and wall decorations
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13071-017-2132-6

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