Definition: Integrated Vector Management is a decision-making process for the management of vector populations, so as to reduce or interrupt transmission of vector-borne diseases. Its characteristic features include:
- Selection of methods based on knowledge of local vector biology, disease transmission and morbidity;
- Utilization of a range of interventions, often in combination and synergistically;
- Collaboration within the health sector and with other public and private sectors that impact on vector breeding;
- Engagement with local communities and other stakeholders;
- A public health regulatory and legislative framework;
- Rational use of insecticides;
- Good management practices.
An IVM approach takes into account the available health infrastructure and resources and integrates all available and effective measures, whether chemical, biological, or environmental. IVM also encourages an integrated approach to disease control. | Resources
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WHO IVM Page: Key Resources
Multilingual Documentation
- Decision-Making Criteria and Procedures for Judicious Use of Insecticides:
English |
español |
français
- Guidelines on the Management of Public Health Insecticides:
English |
español |
français
- Environmental Management for the Control of Malaria Vectors [Ordenamento ambiental para o controle dos vetores da malária]: português
Documentation only available in English
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PAHO Resources
Multilingual Documentation
- Environmental Management for the Control of Malaria Vectors [Ordenamento ambiental para o controle dos vetores da malária]: português
PAHO Resources
Index Pages, by topic
(In the above, all documents under the topic "Vector Control" and the respective disease are grouped under the category "Prevention and Control.")
PAHO Regional Programs
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