Linda S. Lloyd

Towards a global dengue research agenda.

Dengue is the most rapidly advancing vector-borne disease with an estimated 50 million dengue infections occurring annually. As a result of major demographic changes rapid urbanization on a massive scale global travel and environmental change the world - particularly the tropical world - faces enormous challenges from emerging infectious diseases. Dengue epitomizes these challenges. In the early years of the 21st century we are collectively failing to meet the threat posed by dengue as the disease spreads unabated and almost 40% of the worlds population now live at risk of contracting it. Because of the rapidly increasing public health importance of dengue the 2002 World Health Assembly Resolution (WHA55.17) urged greater commitment among Member States and WHO to dengue control; of particular significance is the 2005 Revision of the International Health Regulations (WHA58.3) which includes dengue fever as an example of a disease that may constitute an international public health emergency. (excerpt)

Editorial: Towards a global dengue research agenda

Dengue is the most rapidly advancing vector-borne disease with an estimated 50 million dengue infections occurring annually. As a result of major demographic changes rapid urbanization on a massive scale global travel and environmental change the world - particularly the tropical world - faces enormous challenges from emerging infectious diseases. Dengue epitomizes these challenges. In the early years of the 21st century we are collectively failing to meet the threat posed by dengue as the disease spreads unabated and almost 40% of the worlds population now live at risk of contracting it. Because of the rapidly increasing public health importance of dengue the 2002 World Health Assembly Resolution (WHA55.17) urged greater commitment among Member States and WHO to dengue control; of particular significance is the 2005 Revision of the International Health Regulations (WHA58.3) which includes dengue fever as an example of a disease that may constitute an international public health emergency. (excerpt)

Vector control at the household level: an analysis of its impact on women

The home is the setting where many vector-borne diseases are transmitted. Strategies for their control consequently have to involve the active participation of householders. In this paper we propose that low rates of participation in control activities frequently are related to the negative impact they have on womens power and authority within the domestic domain. This can arise from intrusion into domestic space by male vector control personnel, reorganization of the domestic environment as part of control activities, and promulgation of the idea that disease originates from within the home. In addition, women may need to make significant investments of both time and money in order to carry out the recommended control measures. Very little is known about the impact of vector control measures on women. This subject will assume increasing relevance as planners seek to involve householders, rather than the personnel of vertically-organized control programmes, in the implementation of vector control measures.

Editorial: Towards a global dengue research agenda: Global dengue research agenda

Dengue is the most rapidly advancing vector-borne disease with an estimated 50 million dengue infections occurring annually. As a result of major demographic changes rapid urbanization on a massive scale global travel and environmental change the world - particularly the tropical world - faces enormous challenges from emerging infectious diseases. Dengue epitomizes these challenges. In the early years of the 21st century we are collectively failing to meet the threat posed by dengue as the disease spreads unabated and almost 40% of the worlds population now live at risk of contracting it. Because of the rapidly increasing public health importance of dengue the 2002 World Health Assembly Resolution (WHA55.17) urged greater commitment among Member States and WHO to dengue control; of particular significance is the 2005 Revision of the International Health Regulations (WHA58.3) which includes dengue fever as an example of a disease that may constitute an international public health emergency. (excerpt)