VECTOR CONTROL UNIT
The Vector Unit is responsible for planning, implementing and evaluating all activities to control and prevent vector-borne diseases, namely Dengue Fever and Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever. The actions taken are based on dengue fever/dengue hemorrhagic fever cases reported by hospitals/clinics and the results of Aedes studies conducted in an area.
DENGUE FEVER
Dengue fever is a type of disease caused by infection with the Dengue virus (genus flavivirus). It is caused by female Aedes mosquitoes. The way it is spread is through the bite of the Aedes mosquito.
There are two (2) types of Dengue Fever, namely Classical Dengue Fever (DD) and Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever (DHF) .
The Dengue virus will remain in the patient's body for 3-14 days (average 4-6 days) before showing symptoms.
Dengue is spread to humans by Aedes Aegypti (Indoors) and Aedes Albopictus (Outdoors) mosquitoes.
These mosquitoes are active in the early morning (6.00 am-8.00 am) and late evening (6.00 pm-8.00 pm)
SIGNS OF DENGUE FEVER
- Sudden fever, headache, pain behind the eyeballs, joint and muscle pain and itching.
- Red spots on the body.
- Vomiting and loss of appetite.
- Bleeding from the body, nose and gums can also occur.
HOW IS DENGUE FEVER TRANSMITTED?
1. Aedes mosquitoes bite dengue fever patients
2. Aedes mosquitoes carry the dengue virus in their bodies 3. Aedes mosquitoes bite healthy people
4. Healthy people are now infected with dengue fever.
MEASURES TO CONTROL DENGUE FEVER
The main way to prevent dengue is to eliminate water storage areas.
Check and clean the roof drains (gutters). Change the water and wash pots, flower pots and bathing pools every week.
Close water storage containers tightly to prevent mosquitoes from entering to lay eggs.
HISTORY OF THE AEDES MOSQUITO
| EGGS | Black in color, arranged like a raft. The eggs hatch into larvae within 1-3 days. |
| LARVA | Breeds on the surface of the water. The larvae molt 4 times and grow for 6-8 days before becoming pupae. |
| PUPA | The comma-shaped cocoon moves actively, the resting stage and becomes an adult mosquito within 1-2 days. |
| MOSQUITO | Black in color with black and white striped patterns on the body and legs. Can live for about a month and suck blood before laying eggs. |
AEDES AEGYTI : There are three stripes on the head.
AEDES ALBOPICTUS : There is one stripe on the head.
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO DO WHILE MPSJ STAFF ARE CARRYING OUT INSPECTION ACTIVITIES AT YOUR HOME?
- Open the door.
- Cooperate.
WHEN IS FOGGING DONE?
Fogging is carried out to kill adult Aedes mosquitoes that carry the virus immediately so that dengue can be controlled from spreading.
Do this in the early morning and evening (dusk) because mosquitoes are active in biting at those times.
WHAT DO YOU (HOUSE RESIDENTS) DO WHILE FOGGING IS BEING CARRIED OUT?
For fog spraying using a "Thermal Fogger" machine operated by a member of staff, it is advised to evacuate the premises/house, close all windows and doors except the front door, and cover or store food in cupboards or refrigerators.
For fog sprays using "Ultra Low Volume" machines that are commonly carried by vehicles (such as pick-up trucks), it is advised to open doors and windows, close all windows and doors except the front door, and cover or store food in cupboards or refrigerators.