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Pest Control in Public Health
Pages 14-18

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... It is of interest to note that the elimination of these diseases was not contingent upon eradication of the arthropod vector, because the yellow fever mosquito, the common malaria mosquito, and the oriental rat flea are still well established in this country. Increasing Importance of Vector Problems In view of the foregoing information, it may seem paradoxical to note that vector control activities throughout the United States have increased considerably during recent years, both in the extent of area covered and the types of problems included in control programs.
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From page 15...
... the public demand for a more healthful environment. In many cases, control programs directed against pests injurious to public health are confined to urban and suburban areas and thus generally have minimal adverse effects upon wildlife resources.
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... This method not only suppresses production of Aedes mosquitoes but it actually enhances wildlife values. It would be highly desirable for conservation and wildlife agencies to foster and promote research on naturalistic control methods.
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... The best procedure in vector abatement programs is to utilize a combination of source elimination, naturalistic, and chemical control methods. Protection of Wildlife Values Insofar as the public health use of mosquito larvicides and adulticides is concerned, the associated dangers to wildlife are largely potential rather than real.
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... In conclusion, the best procedure for solving conflicts of interest between mosquito control and wildlife conservation is for a cooperative approach by all. In the future, emphasis must be on a positive approach - the promotion of mutual interests based on a proper understanding of each other's problems.
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  • control includes
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  • wildlife standpoint
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