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Transmission of Diseases by Vectors | Parasitology

In this article we will discuss about the transmission of disease by vectors. There are three different kinds of transmis­sion for the spread of various diseases: (a) Direct transmission: In this case the transmission of dis­ease is occurred through close contact i.e. trans­ferred from man to man through close contact, e.g., scabies. (b) Mechanical transmission: In this method, the disease-agent [...]

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Mites and Ticks as Vectors (With Diagram)

In this article we will discuss about the mites and ticks as vectors. 1. Mites: Mites surpass all other Arachnids in numbers and they are very small sized Acarines. There is a great variety of body form in the Acarina, some appearing grotesque. The majority are more or less round or oval without division into head, thorax and abdomen, but [...]

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How to Eradicate Mosquito Borne Diseases ?

To prevent and eradicate the mosquito borne diseases, different type of measures have been undertaken. Such measures are: A. Prevention of infection: Personal protection against the attack of mosquito can be done by the following ways: (a) Protection against mosquito bites must be done by covering the body with clothing's after sunset. (b) Doors, windows, ventilators etc. are to be [...]

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