Temesgen Ashine, Adane Eyasu, Yehenew Asmamaw, Eba Simma, Endalew Zemene, Adrienne Epstein, Rebecca Brown, Nigatu Negash, Abena Kochora, Alison M Reynolds, Mikiyas Gebremichael Bulto, Temesgen Tafesse, Alemayehu Dagne, Biniyam Lukus, Endashaw Esayas, Sinknesh Wolde Behaksra, Kidist Woldekidan, Fikregabrail Aberra Kassa, Jimma Dinsa Deressa, Muluken Assefa, Dereje Dillu, Gudissa Assefa, Hiwot Solomon, Ahmed Zeynudin, Fekadu Massebo, Luigi Sedda, Martin James Donnelly, Anne L Wilson, David Weetman, Endalamaw Gadisa, Delenasaw Yewhalaw
BACKGROUND: Malaria is a major public health concern in Ethiopia, and its incidence could worsen with the spread of the invasive mosquito species Anopheles stephensi in the country. This study aimed to provide updates on the distribution of An. stephensi and likely household exposure in Ethiopia. METHODS: Entomological surveillance was performed in 26 urban settings in Ethiopia from 2021 to 2023. A kilometer-by-kilometer quadrant was established per town, and approximately 20 structures per quadrant were surveyed every 3 months...
March 31, 2024: Parasites & Vectors