Outdoor malaria transmission risks and social life: a qualitative study in South-Eastern Tanzania
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DOI: 10.1186/s12936-018-2550-8
Abstract: BackgroundBehaviour changes in mosquitoes from indoor to outdoor biting result in continuing risk of malaria from outdoor activities, including routine household activities and occasional social and cultural practices and gatherings. This study aimed to identify… read more here.
Keywords: outdoor malaria; social cultural; study; malaria transmission ... See more keywords
Update on mosquito bite reaction: Itch and hypersensitivity, pathophysiology, prevention, and treatment
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DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2022.1024559
Abstract: Mosquito bites are endured by most populations worldwide. Reactions to mosquito bites range from localized wheals and papules with associated pruritus to rare systemic reactions and anaphylaxis in certain populations. The mechanism of itch is… read more here.
Keywords: prevention; pathophysiology; itch; mosquito ... See more keywords
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices about the Prevention of Mosquito Bites and Zika Virus Disease in Pregnant Women in Greece
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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph14040367
Abstract: A survey among 573 pregnant women in Greece was conducted through self-completion of a questionnaire in July 2016. Traveling abroad the last six months was declared by 10.5% and 13.0% of pregnant women and their… read more here.
Keywords: knowledge; pregnant women; zvd; mosquito bites ... See more keywords
Mosquitoes, Infectious Diseases, and Cancer: A Connection to Study?
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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph16234859
Abstract: Mosquitoes (Diptera: Culicidae) are vectors of pathogens and parasites of great medical and veterinary relevance. The possible association between mosquitoes, infectious diseases, and cancer has been investigated. Despite its potential importance, there is a severe… read more here.
Keywords: research; infectious diseases; diseases cancer; mosquitoes infectious ... See more keywords