Development of Alternative Strategies for the Control of Aedes Aegypti in the State of Trujillo
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Alternative strategies, Aedes aegypti, dengue, cemeteryAbstract
Dengue is a widely distributed viral disease, with approximately two-fifths of the population at risk. More than 50 million new cases of dengue occur annually, with a large number of fatal cases each year. Cemeteries represent breeding grounds for mosquitoes, important for public health. The objective of this research is to promote the development of alternative strategies for the control of Aedes aegypti in Trujillo. To do this, we start by raising awareness of the communities for their participation in the project, then carrying out entomological surveys to know the levels of Aedes aegypti infestation. Likewise, specific educational strategies are designed for the control of Aedes aegypti, respecting and highlighting local knowledge.
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