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Wolbachia and arbovirus inhibition in mosquitoes [PDF]

, 2013
Wolbachia is a maternally inherited intracellular bacteria that can manipulate the reproduction of their insect hosts, and cytoplasmic incompatibility allows them to spread through mosquito populations.
Sinkins, Steven P.
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Serological responses of Sport horses pre‐ and post‐third vaccination with Strangvac

Equine Veterinary Education, EarlyView.
Summary Background Strangles, caused by Streptococcus equi, is an endemic disease of horses throughout the world. A vaccine against strangles, Strangvac, is available in Europe, but there are no published serological data following the revaccination of Sport horses.
U. Hedenström, F. Righetti, I. Zahl, B. Henriques‐Normark, A. Gustafsson, E. Hartman, R. Paillot, A. Ruiz, A. S. Waller   +8 more
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Sensitivity Characteristics of Genotype 2 West Nile Virus Strains to Anti-Viral Drugs

Антибиотики и Химиотерапия
Background. Annual studies of West Nile virus (WNV) circulating in endemic areas are necessary to characterize its properties and track them over time.
E. A. Gusev, A. D. Romanovskaya, A. Yu. Galkina, D. N. Luchinin, E. V. Molchanova   +4 more
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Understanding the Wolbachia-mediated inhibition of arboviruses in mosquitoes: progress and challenges [PDF]

, 2014
Arthropod-borne viruses (arboviruses) pose a considerable threat to human and animal health, yet effective control measures have proven difficult to implement, and novel means of controlling their replication in arthropod vectors, such as mosquitoes, are
Dietrich, Isabelle, Kohl, Alain, Rainey, Stephanie M., Shah, Pranav   +3 more
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Vectors and Vector‐Borne Diseases: Biology, Epidemiology and Integrated Control Strategies

Journal of Applied Entomology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Vector‐Borne Diseases (VBDs), transmitted by arthropods such as mosquitoes, ticks, fleas and sandflies, represent a significant threat to global health. These diseases can be caused by a variety of pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, protozoa, and helminths.
Roberta Rinaldi, Carmen Scieuzo, Federica De Stefano, Luca Masucci, Patrizia Falabella   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

The Role of Birds as Potential Reservoirs of West Nile Virus in the Territory of the Russian Federation

Проблемы особо опасных инфекций, 2012
Submitted are the materials on epizootiology of West Nile Fever in birds, taking into account their migration. Described are the characteristics of WNF in wild and synanthropic birds.
A. A. Baturin, V. A. Antonov, V. P. Smelyansky, K. V. Zhukov, V. F. Chernobay, N. N. Kolyakina   +5 more
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Shrubs and trees as natural insect protection for grazing animals in Switzerland and the alpine region: A systematic review of in vitro, in vivo and clinical trials Sträucher und Bäume als natürlicher Insektenschutz für Weidetiere in der Schweiz und im Alpenraum: Eine systematische Literaturübersicht über in vitro‐, in vivo‐ und klinische Studien

Medical and Veterinary Entomology, EarlyView.
Biting or irritating insects are a threat to the health and welfare of grazing animals. This systematic review reveals that several shrubs and bushes growing in the alpine area have insecticidal, insect‐repellent and/or attractant properties. The alder Alnus glutinosa, juniper Juniperus communis, spruce Picea abies and walnut Juglans regia are ...
Theresa Schlittenlacher, Sofie Egli, Michael Walkenhorst, Veronika Maurer   +3 more
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Economic Cost Analysis of West Nile Virus Outbreak, Sacramento County, California, USA, 2005

Emerging Infectious Diseases, 2010
In 2005, an outbreak of West Nile virus (WNV) disease occurred in Sacramento County, California; 163 human cases were reported. In response to WNV surveillance indicating increased WNV activity, the Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District ...
Loren M. Barber, Jerome J. Schleier, Robert K.D. Peterson   +2 more
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[West Nile fever].

Cirugia y cirujanos, 2009
West Nile fever is a mosquito-borne febrile illness seen in Africa, Asia, and Europe, but reported in North America only once. West Nile virus is of the family Flaviviridae, genus Flavivirus. Several West Nile fever outbreaks were reported from Israel in the 1950s and in 1980.
Nancy, Delgado-López, Vicente, Andrade-Zárate, Haiko, Nellen-Hummel, José, Halabe-Cherem   +3 more
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Mosquito and arbovirus surveillance in wetlands of South‐East England: Comparison of two adult mosquito traps, use of a novel trap with FTA™ cards and arbovirus testing

Medical and Veterinary Entomology, EarlyView.
Trap performance: Mosquito Magnet® captured significantly more mosquitoes overall, while BG‐Sentinel showed greater species evenness and was more effective for Culex pipiens s.l. and broader species representation. Spatial variation: Mosquito abundance and species composition varied significantly between wetlands, highlighting the importance of site ...
Alexander G. C. Vaux, Harrison Hardy, Lucy Crossley, Colin J. Johnston, Anthony J. Abbott, Stephen Findlay‐Wilson, Amanda Callaghan, Jolyon M. Medlock   +7 more
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