Public health
Supernemos: A Natural Alternative to Chemical Insecticide
The precursors of modern synthetic pesticides were invented during the Second World War and some were originally developed as potential chemical warfare agents. After the war, the organophosphate compounds were re-used as general insecticides http://www.encyclopedia.com/topic/Pesticides.aspx; Their use is intended to improve crop quality and to improved human health around the world. The use of these […]
Malaria Control, Better Health, Better Future.
Malaria is one of the deadliest infectious diseases in the world, in spite of a high number of deaths resulting from malaria being preventable. In 2013, malaria affected almost 200 million people worldwide in tropical countries especially Africa. Over 25% of reported malaria cases resulted deaths, with the highest recorded deaths being of children under […]
Improved monitoring and potential control for the Asian Tiger mosquito
Aedes albopictus, also known as the Asian tiger mosquito, flourishes in a variety of habitats including residential and agricultural areas. It is present on 6 of the world’s 7 continents and is a competent vector of at least 22 different arboviruses including all 4 serotypes of dengue. Current control efforts for Aedes albopictus include source […]
Phlebotomine Sandflies and the control of Leishmaniasis
The disease leishmaniasis has come again into prominence with renewed efforts in India to control the insect vectors of the disease. Many soldiers were affected by the disease during the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. The most common form of the disease is Cutaneous Leishmaniasis, which causes an open sore at the bite sites, which […]
Facing up to alien invasive animals in Europe
An alien or non-native species is an organism that has become established in an area outside of its normal native range, as a result of human activity. An invasive alien species (IAS) is one which is having negative impacts in that colonised area. A generation ago, the concept of invasive alien species and their potential […]
Consumption of Insects: Inventory of Potential Hazards and Research Needs
Consumption of Insects: Inventory of Potential Hazards and Research Needs Insect consumption, or entomophagy, is a common practice in some parts of the world (Africa, Asia, Latin America), where it may be part of the traditional foodculture. To meet the challenge of feeding the world in 2030, the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) […]
Comparative study of the palatability of various extruded rodenticide formulations
This article examines the palatability and the efficacy of extruded rodenticide formulations available on the European market. Studies conducted by two laboratories (in Hungary and France) using similar test protocols, provide results that are comparable and reliably reflect differences in the palatability of the various extruded blocks. Background The predecessor of Bábolna Bio (called Babolna […]
Addressing Pesticide Risk Management and Risk Reduction Through Distance Learning Education
Abstract Pesticide use is extensive in Low and Middle Income Countries (LMIC). For example, pesticides are used for crop production, public health vector control, domestic use, veterinary uses, forestry use, pest control in public buildings and places (e.g., supermarkets, hotels, hospitals, offices, golf courses, parks), migratory pests, maritime use, and transport. Using pesticides for pest […]
