Journal of Arthropod-Borne Diseases

Morphometric Characteristics and Species Identification of Bed Bugs (Hemiptera: Cimicidae) in Eastern Iran
Jadidoleslami A, Moshaverinia A, Moghaddas E and Singham GV
The common bed bugs, , and tropical bed bugs, are the primary species of public health importance in the family Cimicidae. This study aimed to determine the morphometric criteria and prevalent species of bed bugs in eastern Iran.
Seroprevalence and Endemic Status of by Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay in East Azerbaijan Province, North-West of Iran
Hashemzadeh-Farhang H and Akbari-Shahkhosravi N
, an intraerythrocytic parasite carried by ticks and one of the most common subclinical ovine illnesses, was studied to ascertain its seroprevalence and endemic status in ram and ewe populations in East Azerbaijan Province, Iran, in lambs, yearlings, and adults of over two years of age.
Molecular Survey of Infection of Sand Flies in Karun County, Southwestern Iran
Taheri S, Jahanifard E, Vazirianzadeh B and Arjmand R
Zoonotic cutaneous leishmaniasis (ZCL) is widely distributed in Iran and around the world. Also, Khuzestan Province is an endemic focus of ZCL. This study aims to investigate the natural infection of sand flies with the parasite in Karun County.
Pediculosis and Factors Affecting Its Prevalence among Schoolchildren in Amol City, Northern Iran
Gholami Z, Saaid Dayer M and Azarm A
Head louse infestation, pediculosis, is a serious health problem worldwide. Infected children usually suffer from itching, allergies, and secondary infections besides psychological disorders such as depression and lack of self-confidence leading to school failure. This study aimed to investigate the status of pediculosis and its determinant factors among schoolchildren in Amol City, Northern Iran.
Investigation of Seroprevalence and Determination of Risk Factors for Tularemia among Hunters in Northern Cyprus
Güler E, Güvenir M, Korbay B, Kiraz A and Süer K
Tularemia is a zoonotic disease (reservoir is usually rodents) caused by , especially seen in the northern hemisphere. Hunters are in the risk group for this disease. In this study, it was aimed to determine the seroprevalence of tularemia among hunters and determine the risk factors of tularemia in our country.
A Comprehensive Review of the Situation of Visceral Leishmaniasis Vectors in Iran
Rassi Y, Parkhideh SZ, Rafizadeh S and Jalil-Navaz MR
This study's major aim is to investigate the situation of visceral leishmaniasis vectors, with a focus on their distribution and relationships to the disease in Iran and some other old-world nations.
Endocarditis Caused by : A Case Report in Western Iran
Afrasiabian S, Esmaeili S, Hajibagheri K, Hadizadeh N, Lotfi G and Veysi A
Q fever is a contagious zoonotic disease which is caused by a gram-negative and intracellular known as ticks play a role in its transmission. Endocarditis is the most common consequence of chronic Q fever.
Assessing Survival of Transgenic Bacteria, AS1 and , in Sugar Bait, White Saxaul Plant () and Rodent Barrow's Soil, A Contained-Field Study for Paratransgenesis Approach
Ghassemi M, Akhavan AA, Zahraei-Ramezani A, Yakhchali B, Zarean MR, Jafari R and Oshaghi MA
The viability and persistence of engineered bacterium candidates in field conditions is one of the considerable challenges in the paratransgenesis approach to fighting vector-borne diseases.
Assessment of the Anti-Proliferative and Anti-Viability Effects of Salivary Gland Extracts from ticks (Acari: Ixodidae) on Human Colorectal Cancer Cells
Tavassoli M, Kadivar M, Akhavan AA, Abdigoudarzi M, Moridnia A, Chaibakhsh S, Beikmohammadi M and Mehdi Sedaghat M
The saliva and salivary glands of ticks possess a wide range of immuno-pharmacologically active molecules that effectively modulate the activity of enzymes, antibodies, and amines that have a role in different biological processes. Derived components from saliva and salivary glands of hard ticks Ixodidae have been characterized as potential natural sources for discovering promising anti-cancer drug candidates.
Comparative Effects of Essential Oil and Its Nanoliposomal State on Mortality of Larvae
Moemenbellah-Fard MD, Hosseinizadeh ZS, Alipour H, Heiran R, Shahriari-Namadi M, Ghasemian A and Osanloo M
Malaria has remained the most dreadful vector-borne disease; hence, vector control is the most affordable and achievable approach to mitigate the disease burden. Due to the emergence of resistance and environmental pollution, herbal larvicides are considered an alternative to chemical types. Also, nanotechnology has been proposed as a promising solution to improve the efficiency of plant larvicides. This study aimed to develop an effective herbal larvicide.
Testing the Sensitivity of the Tropical Bed Bug (Hemiptera: Cimicidae) to Deltamethrin, Phoxim and Propetamphos in Eastern Iran
Babagolzadeh M, Tayefi Nasrabadi N, Moghaddas E, Moshaverinia A and Reza Yousefi M
Bedbugs are nocturnal ectoparasites that have made a comeback after 20 years and have become one of the main challenges for pest control methods worldwide. Monitoring chemical pesticide resistance is crucial for identifying the best bed bugs management strategies to effectively manage arthropods. This study aims to assess the susceptibility of (Hemiptera: Cimicidae) collected from different parts of Khorasan-Razavi Province, (northeast of Iran) to deltamethrin (pyrethroid), phoxim (organothiophosphate) and propetamphos (phosphoramidate).
Species Composition and Spatial Distribution of Medically Important Scorpions in the Northern Part of Kerman Province, Iran
Amin Gorouhi M, Izadian A, Mohammadi Bavani M, Sanei-Dehkordi A, Habibi AM, Gidiglo GN, Aghaei Afshar A, Madjdzadeh SM, Yousefi S, Shirani-Bidabadi L, Abadi YS, Barahoei H and Alizadeh I
Kerman Province is one of the endemic foci of scorpionism in southeastern Iran. Totally 17 species are reported for Kerman Province fauna. The current study seeks to determine the fauna of medically important scorpions in northern parts of this province.
Spatial Mapping the Dengue and Chikungunya Burden in a Rural Area near Bangalore: a Descriptive Cross-Sectional Study
Nugehally-Raju RM and Gattam DB
The burden of dengue and chikungunya diseases across geographical regions of India is poorly quantified more so during Covid19 pandemic and from hospital-based studies. The objective was to assess the prevalence of dengue and chikungunya in the study mainly area and to visualize the spatial distribution of dengue and chikungunya cases using the Quantum Geographic Information System (QGIS).
Susceptibility of (Diptera: Psychodidae) against DDT and Deltamethrin in an Endemic Focus of Zoonotic Cutaneous Leishmaniasis in Iran
Azarm A, Vatandoost H, Koosha M, Ahmad Akhavan A, Mohebali M, Saeidi Z, Dehghan A and Ali Oshaghi M
(Diptera: Psychodidae) is the main vector of zoonotic cutaneous leishmaniasis (ZCL) in Iran. The nonstandard use of pesticides against pests, particularly in agriculture, indirectly has caused the development of resistance and, consequently, the threat of control measures in ZCL endemic areas. Up to 2023, several reports of resistance in have been declared in the Old World. The purpose of this study was to measure the lethal time (LT and LT) of sand flies in the ZCL endemic center of Esfahan to DDT and deltamethrin insecticides.
Anti-Leishmanial Effects of a Novel Biocompatible Non-Invasive Nanofibers Containing Royal Jelly and Propolis against Iranian Strain of (MRHO/IR/75/ER): an In-Vitro Study
Mahmoudi M, Mehravi B, Shabani M, Hadighi R, Badirzadeh A, Dehdast A, Chizari-Fard G, Pirhajati-Mahabadi V, Akbari S, Tabatabaie F and Mohebali M
Current medications especially the pentavalent antimonial compounds have been used as the first line treatment of cutaneous leishmaniasis (CL), but they have limitations due to serious side effects such as drug resistance, cardio and nephrotoxicity, and high costs. Hence, the demand to find more usable drugs is evident. Synthesis and development of natural, effective, biocompatible, and harmless compounds against is the principal priority of this study.
Knowledge and Practices of Women Regarding Malaria and Its Prevention: A Community-Based Study in an Area under Malaria Elimination Programme in Iran
Zare M, Vatandoost H, Soleimani-Ahmadi M, Sanei-Dehkordi A, Jaberhashemi SA and Mohseni S
Indoor residual spraying (IRS) and long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) are two core interventions for control and prevention of malaria infection. This descriptive cross-sectional study aimed to determine the knowledge and practices of women regarding malaria and its preventive measures in a malarious area in the Jask County, southeast of Iran.
Public Awareness, Perception, and Knowledge of Bed Bug Infestation Prevalence in Iraq
Baqir HA, Li WJ, Wang JG, Quan-Ong S and Ab-Majid AH
Bed bugs are blood-feeding insects and are an important urban pest. Bed bugs are nocturnal insects and hide in cracks in walls and beds during the day. The study aims to: (1) determine the bed bugs species that infest Iraq, their infestation source, and their distribution; (2) determine the level of awareness and concern regarding bed bugs among the Iraqi community.
Comparing the Bacterial Flora of Insectary and Filed Strains of (Blattaria: Ectobiidae) and Their Antibiotic Resistant Pattern in Qom Province, Central Iran
Veysi A, Kababian M, Khalifeh Gholi M, Godini K, Vatandoost H and Saghafipour A
Cockroaches play a role in the mechanical transmission of microbial pathogens. This study was designed to determine the isolated bacteria and their susceptibility to conventional antibiotics from brown-banded cockroach, in Qom province, central Iran.
Patients with Arthropod Bites and Stings Presenting to the Emergency Department: Clinical Features and Burden on the Emergency Department
Buyurgan ÇS, Köse A, Babuş SB, Yarkaç A, Usluer HO and Temel GO
There are few studies analyzing the epidemiological characteristics and clinical features of arthropod bites and stings, emergency department (ED) admission rate and cost burden. This study aimed to evaluate the clinical features and ED burden of such cases.
Preliminary Analysis of Methamphetamine Detection in (Diptera: Calliphoridae) Reared in Methamphetamine-Treated Meat at Various Developmental Stages
Parkhideh SZ, Forouzesh M, Akhgari M, Bahmanabadi L, Jokar F, Valiyari S, Akbarzadeh K, Rahimi S, Alimohammadi AM, Rafizadeh S and Rassi Y
It is possible to identify drugs and poisons present in cadavers by analyzing blowfly larvae and pupae collected during forensic autopsies. The main purpose of this study was to use larvae and pupae to identify drugs and poisons present in human cadavers.
Monitoring of Thiamethoxam Resistance in Turkish House Fly Strains, (Diptera: Muscidae)
Cetin H, Yanikoglu A, Akarsu E, Civril M, Odabas E, Koc S, Oz E and Polat B
The house fly, , is vector for pathogens and parasites and causes economic damage to livestock by reducing forage conversion efficiency, negatively impacting weight gain and milk production. It has shown resistance to multiple insecticide classes. The aim of this research was to determine the susceptibility levels of seventeen field strains to thiamethoxam, a neonicotinoid insecticide, in Türkiye.