Malaria and lymphatic filariasis: the case for integrated vector management

van den Berg, H.; Kelly-Hope, L.A.; Lindsay, S.W.

doi:10.1016/s1473-3099(12)70148-2

Malaria and lymphatic filariasis: the case for integrated vector management

van den Berg, H.; Kelly-Hope, L.A.; Lindsay, S.W.

Authors

H. van den Berg

L.A. Kelly-Hope

Professor Steve Lindsay s.w.lindsay@durham.ac.uk
Professor

Abstract

The global programmes to eliminate both malaria and lymphatic filariasis are facing operational and technical challenges. Available data show that the use of treated or untreated bednets and indoor residual spraying for malaria control concomitantly reduced filarial rates. In turn, mass drug administration campaigns against lymphatic filariasis can be combined with the distribution of insecticide-treated bednets. Combining these disease control efforts could lead to more efficient use of resources, more accurate attribution of effects, and more effective control of both diseases. Systematic integration requires coordination at all levels, mapping of coendemic areas, and comprehensive monitoring and evaluation.

Citation

van den Berg, H., Kelly-Hope, L., & Lindsay, S. (2013). Malaria and lymphatic filariasis: the case for integrated vector management. The Lancet Infectious Diseases, 13(1), 89-94. https://doi.org/10.1016/s1473-3099%2812%2970148-2

Journal Article Type	Article
Publication Date	Jan 1, 2013
Deposit Date	Apr 10, 2013
Journal	The Lancet Infectious Diseases
Print ISSN	1473-3099
Publisher	Elsevier
Peer Reviewed	Peer Reviewed
Volume	13
Issue	1
Pages	89-94
DOI	https://doi.org/10.1016/s1473-3099%2812%2970148-2