Document Type
Article
Publication Date
8-13-2021
Abstract
From 2016 to 2018, Hidalgo County observed the emergence of Zika virus (ZIKV) infections along with sporadic cases of Dengue virus (DENV) and West Nile virus (WNV). Due to the emergence of ZIKV and the historical presence of other mosquito-borne illnesses, Hidalgo County obtained funding to enhance mosquito surveillance and educate residents on arboviruses and travel risks. During this time period, Hidalgo County mosquito surveillance efforts increased by 1.275%. This increase resulted in >8000 mosquitoes collected, and 28 mosquito species identified. Aedes aegypti, Ae albopictus and Culex quinquefasciatus made up approximately two-thirds of the mosquitoes collected in 2018 (4122/6171). Spatiotemporal shifts in vector species composition were observed as the collection period progressed. Significantly, temperature variations (p < 0.05) accounted for associated variations in vector abundance, whereas all other climate variables were not significant.
Recommended Citation
Guerrero, C.D.; Hinojosa, S.; Vanegas, D.; Tapangan, N.; Guajardo, M.; Alaniz, S.; Cano, N.; Vitek, C.J.; Thomas, J.; Hernandez, V.; et al. Increasing Public Health Mosquito Surveillance in Hidalgo County, Texas to Monitor Vector and Arboviral Presence. Pathogens 2021, 10, 1022. https://doi.org/10.3390/ pathogens10081022
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Publication Title
Pathogens
DOI
10.3390/pathogens10081022
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