Evolutionary consequences of vector-borne transmission: how using vectors shapes host, vector and pathogen evolution
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DOI: 10.1017/s0031182022001378
Abstract: Abstract Abstract Transmission mode is a key factor that influences host–parasite coevolution. Vector-borne pathogens are among the most important disease agents for humans and wildlife due to their broad distribution, high diversity, prevalence and lethality.… read more here.
Keywords: vector borne; borne transmission; vector; host ... See more keywords
Preventing Vector-Borne Transmission of Zika Virus Infection During Pregnancy, Puerto Rico, USA, 2016–20171
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DOI: 10.3201/eid2611.201614
Abstract: We examined pregnant women’s use of personal protective measures to prevent mosquito bites during the 2016–2017 Zika outbreak in Puerto Rico. Healthcare provider counseling on recommended measures was associated with increased use of insect repellent… read more here.
Keywords: borne transmission; preventing vector; vector borne; transmission zika ... See more keywords
Tick-Borne Transmission of Murine Gammaherpesvirus 68
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DOI: 10.3389/fcimb.2017.00458
Abstract: Herpesviruses are a large group of DNA viruses infecting mainly vertebrates. Murine gammaherpesvirus 68 (MHV68) is often used as a model in studies of the pathogenesis of clinically important human gammaherpesviruses such as Epstein-Barr virus… read more here.
Keywords: murine gammaherpesvirus; borne transmission; transmission; tick borne ... See more keywords