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West Nile Virus Surveillance and Control Program

A Good Idea

Description

West Nile Virus (WNV) activity was first detected in Sedgwick County in 2002. In 2003, around 100 confirmed and probable human cases of WNV were reported. WNV was also detected in birds, horses and mosquitoes. With the growing threat to the public from the WNV, Sedgwick County Health Department (SCHD) enhanced its vector control activities in 2004 and developed a comprehensive response plan for mosquito control and WNV disease reduction. Community outreach and education, mosquito surveillance and control, and interagency collaboration are the core elements of the program.

Goal / Mission

The primary goal of the program is to protect the public from WNV by early detection of WNV and elimination of mosquitoes.

Results / Accomplishments

A comprehensive plan for mosquito control program was developed in late 2003 and presented to the Board of County Commissioners for approval. In 2004, Sedgwick County revitalized its mosquito control program to respond effectively to the growing threat from the WNV.

About this Promising Practice

Organization(s)
Sedgwick County Health Department
Primary Contact
Mansoor Tahir, Senior Epidemiologist
525 N Main
Wichita, KS 67203
(316) 660-7300
mtahir@sedgwick.gov
http://www.sedgwickcounty.org/
Topics
Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases
Environmental Health / Toxins & Contaminants
Organization(s)
Sedgwick County Health Department
Source
National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO)
Date of publication
2005
Date of implementation
2004
Location
Sedgwick County, KS
For more details
Michigan Health Improvement Alliance