A Reappraisal on Factors for Vector-Borne Diseases (VBDs) in Uttarakhand, India

Abstract

The epidemiology and aetiology of the various vector borne diseases are very complicated in nature which not only rely on distribution but even the abundance features of the vectors. However that cannot be the sole portfolio of any disease transmitting vectors. Anthropological attitudes towards civilized world like dam construction, intense agricultural practices along with scenario of heath infrastructure and socio-economic status also reflect periphery of the transmission of VBDs. Recently with the advent of various sophisticated tools like satellite remote sensing, geographic information system, etc being correlated with mathematical model can provide a fine resoled map based on ecological niche and potential risk of disease. The spatial information providing the data integration network in combination with distribution of resource for human environment interaction could be an effective control measure for various vector borne diseases. The risk factors associated with the VBDs can be ascertained in the model with the ultimate effect of prevention of the disease.