Identifying Health Disparities of Mosquito-Borne Diseases in Low and Medium Income Communities in Savannah, Georgia, USA - Abstract
Because poor communities are often at higher risk of vector-borne diseases a survey in the city of Savannah, Chatham County, Georgia, USA, was conducted to determine if variation occurred between poor and medium income communities in behavior, knowledge of mosquitoes and governmental mosquito control services. Significant differences were found in personal protective measures and concern of mosquito-borne diseases. Suggestions are provided in order for public health officials and mosquito control departments to better inform the population and to assist in integrated mosquito management to alleviate health disparities of mosquito-borne diseases. Community surveys can play a critical role in the success of reducing the risk of mosquitoes and mosquito-borne diseases when incorporated into the integrated vector management plan.