PUBLIC HEALTH ENTOMOLOGY

Integrated Vector Management is a systematic process of making decisions aimed at efficiently utilizing available resources for proper control of vectors. It adheres to the management approach of making vector control more effective, economically sound, ecologically sustainable, and impacting, using the available tools and resources. This is an integrated system that is key in the controlling vector-borne diseases. Advocacy, social mobilization, strengthening regulatory and legislative frameworks for public health, community empowerment, and collaboration between the health sector and other relevant sectors in planning and decision-making are among the key elements of IVM . The initiative also emphasizes efficient use of resources allocated to vector control, evidence-based strategies, and capacity-building. Although various components of IVM have been implemented either in isolation or in combination across different settings, there is a felt requirement for an overall document that...

Survey Questionnaire on Menstrual Hygiene Practices in India Demographic Information:   Age, Education level, Residence, Occupation, Religion and Mother's level of Education Knowledge and Awareness of Menstrual Hygiene Q. At what age did you learn about menstruation?         Before menarche (first period) During menarche          After menarche Q. What was your source of information when you first learned about menstruation?        Mother Sister Friends        School/Teachers       Social media       Health professionals Other (Specify) Q. Do you know about the health risks associated with poor menstrual hygiene?       Yes       No      Somewhat Q. Are you aware of different types of menstrual hygiene products available?      Yes (Please specify) No      Not sure Q. Before your first menstr...

KAP Questionnaire on Dengue Section 1: Knowledge 1. Have you ever heard of dengue fever? 2. Do you know how dengue is transmitted? 3. Can dengue fever be caused by a mosquito bite? 4. Is dengue more likely to spread during the rainy season? 5. Can mosquitoes breed in clean, stagnant water? 6. Is there a specific time of day when dengue mosquitoes are more active?  7. Do you know the common symptoms of dengue, like fever and joint pain? 8. Have you ever heard of any dengue outbreaks in your area? 9. Can dengue be spread from person to person? 10. Do you think dengue can become life-threatening if not treated properly? 11. Have you heard of any methods to control the mosquito population? 12. Is dengue preventable by avoiding mosquito bites? 13. Do you know that mosquito bites can be prevented by repellents? 14. Do you know if there are any vaccines available for dengue prevention? 15. Have you heard of using insecticide-treated nets to prevent dengue? 16. Can improper garbage dispos...