Guidelines for Dengue Surveillance and Mosquito Control: Second Edition

The main objective of these guidelines is to provide practical information on the steps for preventing and controlling outbreaks of dengue hemorrhagic fever. The main emphasis is on vector surveillance and control, and priority is given to simple environmental measures which individuals and communities can take to eliminate larval breeding. The strategy used to control adult Aedes mosquitos before and during outbreaks is given within the framework of a comprehensive, controlled approach, which includes personal protection measures, space spraying, legislation and the early recognition and treatment of dengue hemorrhagic fever cases. These guidelines should be a valuable source of information for those engaged in controlling dengue hemorrhagic fever.WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific is the author of 'Guidelines for Dengue Surveillance and Mosquito Control: Second Edition', published 2003 under ISBN 9789290610687 and ISBN 9290610689.