Insects and Public Health

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Year : 2025 | Volume : 02 | 02 | Page :
    By

    Claret D’Souza,,

  • V. Basil Hans,

  1. Assistant Professor,, Department of Food Science, St Aloysius Deemed to be University,, Karnataka, India
  2. Research Professor,, SrinivasUniversity, Karnataka, India

Abstract

Insects have two roles in public health: they can spread disease and help with health
treatments. This article looks at the complicated relationship between insects and public
health, with a focus on how they spread diseases including malaria, dengue, Zika, and Lyme
disease. The ecology, behaviour, and distribution of important vector species are looked at
along with the social and environmental elements that cause outbreaks. The article also talks
about how more and more people are interested in how insects might be used for good,
including in sustainable food systems, waste management, and even medical treatments.
There is talk about public health tactics for vector management, surveillance, and getting
people involved in the community. These strategies stress the need for integrated,
interdisciplinary approaches. As climate change and urbanisation transform insect
populations all over the world, it is more important than ever to understand how they affect
human health. This review emphasises the necessity for ongoing research and innovation in
the management of the hazards and advantages that insects present to public health.

Keywords: Vector-borne diseases, insect ecology, public health monitoring, and vector control, Climate change and the spread of diseases

How to cite this article:
Claret D’Souza,, V. Basil Hans. Insects and Public Health. International Journal of Insects. 2025; 02(02):-.
How to cite this URL:
Claret D’Souza,, V. Basil Hans. Insects and Public Health. International Journal of Insects. 2025; 02(02):-. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/iji/article=2025/view=235027


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Ahead of Print Subscription Review Article
Volume 02
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Received 28/08/2025
Accepted 14/09/2025
Published 29/12/2025
Publication Time 123 Days
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