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2. Mosquito net - Wikipedia

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   A mosquito net in a beach lodge in Mozambique Ceiling-hung mosquito netting Frame-hung mosquito netting Tent made of mosquito netting Window with mosquito netting. A mosquito net is a type of meshed curtain that is circumferentially draped over a bed or a sleeping area to offer the sleeper barrier protection against bites and stings from mosquitos, [1] flies, and other pest insects, and thus ...

3. United to Beat Malaria - Wikipedia

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   The organization started in 2006 after sportswriter Rick Reilly saw a documentary on malaria while visiting Venice. In April of 2006, Reilly wrote a column entitled "Nothing But Nets" in Sports Illustrated, where he challenged his readers to donate at least $10 for the purchase of anti-malaria bed nets.

4. West Nile fever - Wikipedia

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   Low-cost, ceiling-hung mosquito netting for a bed. Many of the guidelines for preventing occupational West Nile virus exposure are common to all mosquito-borne diseases. [64] Public health measures include taking steps to reduce mosquito populations. Personal recommendations are to reduce the likelihood of being bitten.

5. Malaria - Wikipedia

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   A mosquito net in use. Mosquito nets help keep mosquitoes away from people and reduce infection rates and transmission of malaria. Nets are not a perfect barrier and are often treated with an insecticide designed to kill the mosquito before it has time to find a way past the net.

6. Deltamethrin - Wikipedia

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   Deltamethrin is a pyrethroid ester insecticide.Deltamethrin plays a key role in controlling malaria vectors, and is used in the manufacture of long-lasting insecticidal mosquito nets; however, resistance of mosquitos and bed bugs to deltamethrin has seen a widespread increase.

7. Against Malaria Foundation - Wikipedia

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   Post-distribution check-ups are conducted by independent survey partners to assess net usage and conditions, typically after 9, 18 and 27 months. [4] AMF has eight trustees and an advisory committee drawn from malaria experts around the world. [5] [6] The charity is registered in the United Kingdom and governed by the laws of England and Wales.