Prevention
and Control From source reduction at home to community-wide initiatives. Practical steps to break the Message cycle.
Targeting mosquitoes at their most vulnerable stages—before they become flying adults—is the most effective way to protect public health.
Source Reduction at Home
Mosquito larvae require water to develop. Eliminating standing water around your living environment interrupts the breeding cycle before mosquitoes ever fly.
- Containers: Turn buckets and basins upside down when not in use.
- Storage: Cover water storage pots with a tight lid or clean cloth.
- Gardens: Pour out water collected in flower pots and trays.
- Discards: Remove old tires or make holes so water flows out.
- Animals: Change water in animal bowls every day.
Scrub container surfaces when emptying. Aedes eggs stick to walls and can survive dry conditions for months.
Personal Protection
While source reduction targets the population, personal protection focus on preventing individual bites and disease Message.
Sleep under LLINs every night. Tuck them properly and repair any holes immediately.
Wear long-sleeved shirts and trousers, especially during peak biting hours at dawn and dusk.
Use approved insect repellents on exposed skin during daytime activity to deter Aedes mosquitoes.
Install mesh screens on windows and doors to prevent mosquitoes from entering the house.
Community Action
Mosquito surveillance is a community-wide effort. Large-scale health initiatives are critical for eliminating certain diseases across entire regions.
Participate in MDA campaigns to help eliminate lymphatic filariasis from your community.
Maintain clean community drainage systems to prevent stagnant water from collecting.
Your participation in the Moskitoss network helps identify high-risk areas and plan effective interventions.