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| InfoShare Partner: Environmental Health Project (EHP) |
| Publication Date: September 2004 |
| Type of Document: Article/Report/Paper |
| Topics: Environment and health/population, Infectious diseases, other, Population growth/trends |
| Region: Sub-Saharan Africa |
| Language: English |
| File Size: 110 KB |
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Until the 1970s, most countries in the Africa region had well-established vector control operations, focusing on chemical applications and targeting mosquito control in urban settings. However, for many reasons, vector control was phased out. Consequently, activities at country level were disrupted, and services were disorganized. The result was a dramatic decrease in human resources and logistical support, leading to the worsening and resurgence of vector-borne diseases. WHO/AFRO and its partners have initiated a program to implement integrated vector management (IVM) as a new strategic approach to vector control. In 2001, a workshop of policymakers and vector control experts took place in Harare and resulted in the preparation of a strategic framework for the African region. A strategic plan was further developed to initiate the implementation of IVM focusing on the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of IVM activities based on national frameworks and technical guidelines. The implementation of this plan has been initiated at regional and country levels.
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