Vector Control Menu

BUILDING CAPACITY IN LOCAL VECTOR CONTROL PROGRAMS

Consider this a “menu” of options for building capacity in your local vector control program. Much like a restaurant menu, you don’t have to order everything at once. If you’re not sure where to start, pick one or two options from each category to begin.

If you already have a well-established program, you can skip to the drinks and desserts to see what extra activities might enhance your program. And if you’re on a budget, consider the entrees a good starting place. 

COURSES

Starters: Begin by reaching out to experts in your area who can help inform and advise you.

Entrees: Vector identification and trap/collection types — the core of every effective vector control program.

À la Carte: Figure out how to access laboratory/testing options and your options for collecting/storing data

Drinks: After establishing the basics of your program, consider who needs to know about your work, and how you can reach them.

Dessert: Consider a few additional steps to help enhance your program.