Environmental Management: Modifying or manipulating the environment to reduce vector habitats. This includes measures like
source reduction (removing or treating standing water), improving sanitation, and urban planning.
Biological Control: Utilizing natural predators, parasites, or pathogens to control vector populations. Examples include introducing
larvivorous fish into water bodies to eat mosquito larvae.
Chemical Control: Judicious use of insecticides, ensuring they are applied in a manner that minimizes resistance and environmental impact.
Personal Protection: Encouraging the use of protective measures such as
insecticide-treated nets (ITNs), repellents, and appropriate clothing.
Education and Community Involvement: Engaging communities in vector control efforts through education and participation, ensuring that interventions are culturally acceptable and sustainable.
Legislation and Regulation: Developing policies and regulations to support sustainable vector management practices.
Monitoring and Evaluation: Continuously assessing the effectiveness of interventions and making data-driven adjustments as needed.
