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Life Sciences
Reports outline life sciences study findings from M.D.D. Macoris and colleagues
April 22nd, 2008
According to recent research from Sao Paulo, Brazil, "Dengue and dengue hemorrhagic fever, vector-borne diseases transmitted by the mosquito Acdes aegypti, are presently important public health problems in Brazil. As the strategy for disease control is based on vector control through the use of insecticides, the development of resistance is a threat to programs efficacy." "The objective of this study was to compare the Acdes aegypti susceptibility in nine vector populations from the state of Sao Paulo and seven from Northeast region of Brazil, since there was a difference on group of insecticide used between the areas. Bioassays with larvae and adult were performed...
Source: TB & Outbreaks Week (2008-04-22)
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