Comparing Vector-Borne Disease Surveillance and Response in Beijing and the Netherlands

Background: Climate change, environmental change, and globalization affect the geographical distribution of vector-borne diseases. Temperate regions should be prepared for emerging diseases and learn from each other’s experiences. Objective(s): The vector-borne disease preparedness in two regions, Beijing and the Netherlands, were compared in order understand their similarities and differences leading to learning points on this complex topic. Methods: A comparative study was performed using interviews with vector-borne disease experts from Beijing and the Netherlands and supplemented by litera... Mehr ...