Topography as a modifier of breeding habitats and concurrent vulnerability to malaria risk in the western Kenya highlands

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Topographic parameters such as elevation, slope, aspect, and ruggedness play an important role in malaria transmission in the highland areas. They affect biological systems, such as larval habitats presence and productivity for malar...

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Main Authors: Atieli Harrysone E, Zhou Guofa, Lee Ming-Chieh, Kweka Eliningaya J, Afrane Yaw, Mwanzo Isaac, Githeko Andrew K, Yan Guiyun
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-12-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
Online Access:http://www.parasitesandvectors.com/content/4/1/241