Biology, habitat and diseases of flies
In this video, Dr Ailie Robinson discusses the biology, habitats and diseases of flies. Many fly species are vectors of human disease (did you know that the mosquito is a …
Course: The Global Challenge of Vector Borne Diseases and How to Control Them
Triatomine-borne diseases and how they are transmitted
In this video, we join Scott Tytheridge as he speaks about the transmission, epidemiology and pathology of Chagas disease, which is transmitted by Triatomine bugs.
Biology, diseases and control of Culex mosquitoes
The final medically important mosquito genera we will cover are Culex mosquitoes. In this video, Lisa O’Halloran will discuss the biology, vectored diseases and control of Culex species. The major …
Introduction to mosquitoes
In this mini-lecture, Dr Victor Brugman provides an overall introduction to mosquitoes. Did you know that there are over 3500 species of mosquitoes and they are found on every continent …
Experiences of vector control
We are now approaching the end of Week 2 of the Global Challenge of Vector Borne Diseases and How to Control Them. We have covered the fundamental principles of the …
The role of industry in product/technique development
In this step, we join Dr Nick Hamon as he discusses the role of industry in vector control. Dr Hamon is the Chief Executive Officer of the Innovative Vector Control …
Experiences of vector control 2
In this second video, we are joined by Dr Antonio Nkondjio of the Organization of Coordination for the Fight against Endemic Diseases in Central Africa (OCEAC), based in Cameroon. In …
Biology, Habitats and Diseases of Ticks
This article was written by Dr Frederik Seelig, Project Coordinator & Partnerships Manager for the Global Vector Hub, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine. Tick Biology Ticks are obligate …
Integrated Vector Management
During this course, you may have noticed many references to integrated vector management (IVM). In order to ensure the success of a control programme, an integrated approach is of vital …
Course acknowledgements
Many people have been involved in developing and supporting this course and we would like to thank them for their hard work and contributions. Contributors (in alphabetical order) Dr Richard …
Evaluation
This step was written by Scott Tytheridge, Assistant Trial Manager, ARCTEC, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine. Evaluation of programmatic outcomes is part of a vital feedback mechanism in …
Vector-borne diseases: Integrated Vector Management (IVM)
This article was written by Dr Mojca Kristan, Research Fellow in Medical Entomology, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine. Introduction Integrated Vector Management (IVM) was developed by the World …
Summary of Week 1
Now you have completed the quiz, and have reached the end of Week 1 of The Global Challenge of Vector Borne Diseases and How to Control Them. In this video, …
Detection of resistance in vector-borne diseases
This step was written by Dr David Weetman, Senior Lecturer, Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine and Dr Michael Coleman, Senior Lecturer in Medical Entomology, Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine. Why …
What is Wolbachia?
This article was written by Dr Thomas Walker, Associate Professor, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine. The limitations of traditional insecticide-based control strategies, particularly the development of insecticide resistance, …
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