Mosquito-borne arboviruses of African origin: review of key viruses and vectors

Mosquito-borne arboviruses of African origin: review of key viruses and vectors

Abstract Key aspects of 36 mosquito-borne arboviruses indigenous to Africa are summarized, including lesser or poorly-known viruses which, like Zika, may have the potential to escape current sylvatic cycling to achieve greater geographical distribution and medical importance. Major vectors are indic...

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Main Authors: Leo Braack, A. Paulo Gouveia de Almeida, Anthony J. Cornel, Robert Swanepoel, Christiaan de Jager
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-01-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
Subjects:
Africa
Mosquito-borne arboviruses
Vector mosquitoes
Zoonoses
Global health threats
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13071-017-2559-9

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