Defining challenges and proposing solutions for control of the virus vector Aedes aegypti
Amy C Morrison, Emily Zielinski-Gutierrez, Thomas W Scott, Ronald Rosenberg, Amy C Morrison, Emily Zielinski-Gutierrez, Thomas W Scott, Ronald Rosenberg
Abstract
If done properly, say the authors,Aedes aegypti suppression is a practical method to control urban dengue, yellow fever, and chikungunya viruses.
Conflict of interest statement
Competing Interests: The authors have declared that no competing interests exist.
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