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    <title>Chemical methods for the control of arthropod vectors and pests of public health importance</title>
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    <dateIssued>1984</dateIssued>
    <issuance>monographic</issuance>
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  <abstract>The fourth revised edition of a standard guide to the use of insecticides in the control of insect vectors and pests. The book opens with general guidelines for the control of major groups of vectors and pests. Subsequent chapters provide detailed information on the main target site for pesticide treatment, insecticides commonly used, the most important methods of application, the principles governing the choice of treatment cycle, and the precautions to follow when using pesticides. The final chapter outlines the safety measures and medical surveillance required for users of each class of pesticide.</abstract>
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    <topic>Arthropod Vectors</topic>
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