Navigating the Global Challenge of Vector-Borne Diseases in a Dynamic World

Vector-borne diseases are illnesses transmitted to humans and animals, mainly through the bites of infected arthropods. Human and animal movement on a global scale significantly impacts the spread of these diseases, as vectors and their hosts traverse geographical boundaries, increasing the potential for the emergence of diseases in previously unaffected areas.

This Topic aims to address how vector-borne diseases are impacted by the constant movement of animals and humans across the world. Contributing authors are encouraged to address the challenges for global health and their work in surveillance, prevention, and control, in regard to this issue.

We therefore welcome the submission of all article types pertaining to the following subthemes, in relation to vector-borne diseases:
• Imported tropical diseases to non-tropical countries;
• Threat of outbreaks by imported tropical diseases;
• Animal migration and spread of diseases;
• How animal transportation could impact the emergence of zoonotic diseases;
• How vector-borne diseases are spread through transport;
• Control of vector-borne diseases in ports, airports and ground crossing;
• Human migration and the impact in vector-borne diseases.

Keywords: Insect vectors, vector-borne diseases, neglected tropical diseases, emerging diseases, disease ecology, surveillance, one health, global change, global movement

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