Vector control without chemicals: a public health perspective.

A public health perspective of vector control without pesticides discusses 2 scenarios, one where vector-borne disease is present and one where vector-borne disease is absent. The conclusion is that in situations where disease is present, particularly in epidemics, pesticides are necessary and there will be a requirement for pesticides into the future. Where disease is not present, nonchemical means of vector control may be a viable option.