Vector-Borne Diseases
Describe how Ngu traps are used in control of vector borne diseases. (5 Marks)
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- Describe how Ngu traps are used in control of vector borne diseases. (5 Marks) (Medical Bacteriology And Parasitology End Year 2024/2025)
- Giving examples, write short notes on refractory vectors in control of vector-borne diseases. (5 Marks) (Bacteriology and Entomology Main Exam)
- Using relevant examples, discuss mating behavior and its application in control of vector-borne diseases. (20 Marks) (Bacteriology and Entomology Main Exam)
- Section B: Short Answer (Answer all — 25 Marks)- Highlight the use of Bti in control of vector-borne diseases. (5 Marks) (Bacteriology and Entomology Supplementary Exam)
- Describe IRS and its significance in control of vector-borne diseases. (5 Marks) (Bacteriology and Entomology Supplementary Exam)
- Using relevant examples, discuss biological techniques as control measures against vector borne diseases. (20 Marks) (Medical Bacteriology And Parasitology End Year 2024/2025)
Study material on Vector-Borne Diseases
- Arthropod Vectors and Vector-Borne Diseases - CAT Quiz
- Bacteriology and Entomology Supplementary Exam
- Medical Bacteriology And Parasitology End Year 2024/2025
- Medical Entomology Questions
- Medical Bacteriology and Entomology Exam 2020/2021 MCQs
Practice questions on Vector-Borne Diseases
In the context of vector-borne diseases, what does "mechanical transmission" mean?
- The pathogen multiplies within the vector
- The pathogen is physically carried by the vector without multiplication
- The pathogen is transmitted through vector saliva
- The pathogen requires the vector for part of its life cycle
- g., legs, mouthparts) without the pathogen undergoing development or multiplication in the vector. Houseflies mechanically…
Answer: B. Mechanical transmission occurs when a vector carries a pathogen on its body parts (e.g., legs, mouthparts) without the pathogen undergoing development or multiplication in the vector. Houseflies mechanically transmit many pathogens. ---
People living in forested areas are at specific risk of which vector-borne disease?
- Epidemic typhus
- Loiasis
- Bancroftian filariasis
- Trachoma
Answer: B. Loiasis (African eye worm) is transmitted by deer flies (Chrysops) which inhabit rainforests.
People living in forested areas are at a specific risk of which vector-borne disease often carried by deer flies?
- Loiasis
- Cholera
- Plague
- Yellow fever
Answer: A. Loa loa (African eye worm) is transmitted by Chrysops (deer flies) in forest environments.