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What are vectors?
Vectors are living organisms, like insects or animals, that carry and spread diseases from one person or animal to another.
What are some common vectors found in The Bahamas?
flies, houseflies, rats, ticks and mosquitoes.
How do mosquitoes act as vectors?
Mosquitoes act as vectors by biting an infected person or animal and then biting another person, transmitting the disease through their saliva.
What diseases can mosquitoes spread in The Bahamas?
Dengue fever Chikungunya Zika virus Rare cases of malaria (in specific outbreaks)
How can we reduce mosquito populations in The Bahamas?
Mosquito populations can be reduced by: Removing standing water where mosquitoes lay eggs (e.g., in old tires, buckets, or puddles). Using mosquito nets and ins
What are some personal hygiene practices that help prevent vector-borne diseases?
Personal hygiene practices include: Wearing protective clothing, like long sleeves and pants. Using insect repellent on exposed skin. Keeping the environment cl
What role do government agencies play in vector control in The Bahamas?
Government agencies in The Bahamas, like the Ministry of Health, conduct mosquito surveillance, spray insecticides in communities, educate the public, and imple
Why are mosquitoes more active during certain times of the year in The Bahamas?
Mosquitoes are more active during the rainy season because standing water from rain provides more breeding sites for mosquitoes to lay their eggs.
What can schools and communities do to help control vectors in The Bahamas?
Schools and communities can: Organize clean-up campaigns to remove potential mosquito breeding sites. Educate students and community members about disease preve
