What are the Factors Influencing Disease Transmission by Arthropods?
Several factors influence the transmission of diseases by arthropods:
- Environmental Factors: Climate, temperature, humidity, and rainfall affect the survival and reproduction of arthropods and pathogens. - Host Availability: The presence and density of susceptible hosts influence transmission dynamics. - Vector Competence: The ability of an arthropod species to acquire, maintain, and transmit a pathogen. - Human Behavior: Activities such as urbanization, deforestation, and travel can increase human exposure to vector-borne diseases.
