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Using a Geographical-Information-System-Based Decision Support to Enhance Malaria Vector Control in Zambia
Joint Authors
Coetzer, Sarel
Mukonka, Victor Munyongwe
Kamuliwo, Mulakwa
Chanda, Emmanuel
Shinondo, Cecilia Jill
Mthembu, David
Source
Issue
Vol. 2012, Issue 2012 (31 Dec. 2012), pp.1-10, 10 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2012-04-02
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
10
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Geographic information systems (GISs) with emerging technologies are being harnessed for studying spatial patterns in vector-borne diseases to reduce transmission.
To implement effective vector control, increased knowledge on interactions of epidemiological and entomological malaria transmission determinants in the assessment of impact of interventions is critical.
This requires availability of relevant spatial and attribute data to support malaria surveillance, monitoring, and evaluation.
Monitoring the impact of vector control through a GIS-based decision support (DSS) has revealed spatial relative change in prevalence of infection and vector susceptibility to insecticides and has enabled measurement of spatial heterogeneity of trend or impact.
The revealed trends and interrelationships have allowed the identification of areas with reduced parasitaemia and increased insecticide resistance thus demonstrating the impact of resistance on vector control.
The GIS-based DSS provides opportunity for rational policy formulation and cost-effective utilization of limited resources for enhanced malaria vector control.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Chanda, Emmanuel& Mukonka, Victor Munyongwe& Mthembu, David& Kamuliwo, Mulakwa& Coetzer, Sarel& Shinondo, Cecilia Jill. 2012. Using a Geographical-Information-System-Based Decision Support to Enhance Malaria Vector Control in Zambia. Journal of Tropical Medicine،Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-10.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Chanda, Emmanuel…[et al.]. Using a Geographical-Information-System-Based Decision Support to Enhance Malaria Vector Control in Zambia. Journal of Tropical Medicine No. 2012 (2012), pp.1-10.
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American Medical Association (AMA)
Chanda, Emmanuel& Mukonka, Victor Munyongwe& Mthembu, David& Kamuliwo, Mulakwa& Coetzer, Sarel& Shinondo, Cecilia Jill. Using a Geographical-Information-System-Based Decision Support to Enhance Malaria Vector Control in Zambia. Journal of Tropical Medicine. 2012. Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-10.
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Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-466068