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Prevention and control of mosquitoes and mosquito-borne infectious diseases

Kyoko Sawabe

    Nihon Rinsho. Japanese Journal of Clinical Medicine
    |December 15, 2018
    PubMed

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    Increased imported dengue cases in Japan highlight the need for surveillance of mosquito-borne diseases. This study details key vector mosquitoes, including Culex pipiens and Aedes albopictus, to aid prevention efforts.

    Area of Science:

    • Medical Entomology
    • Infectious Disease Epidemiology

    Background:

    • Rising imported dengue cases in Japan and global Zika virus spread necessitate enhanced surveillance.
    • Japanese encephalitis poses a continued human infection risk in Japan.
    • Over 100 mosquito species exist in Japan, with several identified as significant vectors.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To identify and characterize major mosquito vectors in Japan.
    • To support the prevention and control of mosquito-borne infectious diseases.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of documented mosquito species in Japan.
    • Identification of key vector species based on disease transmission potential.

    Main Results:

    • Four major vector mosquitoes identified in Japan: Culex pipiens, Culex tritaeniorhynchus, Aedes albopictus, and Anopheles spp.
    • Detailed characteristics of each vector species are introduced.

    Conclusions:

    • Understanding vector mosquito characteristics is crucial for effective disease prevention and control strategies in Japan.
    • Surveillance and management of these vectors are essential to mitigate risks from diseases like dengue, Zika, and Japanese encephalitis.

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