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Vector-Borne and Zoonotic Disease
Research conducted at H. Brown and co-researchers has updated our knowledge about vector-borne and zoonotic disease
July 15th, 2008
According to a study from the United States, "Heterogeneity in urban landscapes can influence the effectiveness of mosquito-borne disease control. We used remotely sensed vegetation indices to discriminate among mosquito habitats within a densely populated urban environment in New Haven, CT." "ASTER derived vegetation indices were identified for 16 sites where adult mosquitoes were trapped over the summer of 2004. Canonical correlation analysis showed a significant relationship between the environmental variables (normalized difference vegetation index, disease/water stress index and distance to water) and four local West Nile virus competent vectors (Cx. pipiens, Cx....
Source: TB & Outbreaks Week (2008-07-15)
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