Can the collection of expired long-lasting insecticidal nets reduce their coverage and use? Sociocultural aspects related to LLIN life cycle management and use in four districts in Madagascar

Can the collection of expired long-lasting insecticidal nets reduce their coverage and use? Sociocultural aspects related to LLIN life cycle management and use in four districts in Madagascar

Abstract Background There is growing awareness of the likely impact increased numbers of LLINs will have on the environment, if not disposed of or recycled appropriately. As part of a World Health Organization (WHO) and United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) pilot study to assess environmentall...

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Main Authors: Ambinina Ramanantsoa, Marta Wilson-Barthes, Rindra Rahenintsoa, Sarah Hoibak, Harilala Ranaivoharimina, Martha Delphine Rahelimalala, Avotiana Rakotomanga, Alyssa Finlay, Joan Muela Ribera, Koen Peeters Grietens
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-10-01
Series:Malaria Journal
Subjects:
Malaria
Recycling
Disposal
Net collection campaign
Insecticide treated nets (ITNs)
Long lasting insecticide treated nets (LLINs)
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12936-017-2053-z

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