Can Draining Standing Water Effectively Contain Dengue and Malaria?

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The discussion centers on a proposed method to control dengue by placing bowls of water in open areas for 24 hours and then draining them into sand buckets. The idea is that this process, if repeated consistently across various localities and monitored by health departments, could prevent the breeding of mosquitoes by stopping their development beyond the egg and larva stages. Participants inquire about the scientific research supporting this method, questioning its effectiveness and feasibility in real-world applications. The conversation emphasizes the need for evidence-based practices in public health strategies to combat dengue transmission.
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A bowl of water is kept in the open for 24 hours then drained into a sand bucket.If this is done repeatedly, in as many localities as possible & overseen by the health department of local municipal bodies, can the procedure not contain dengue? Breeding will not progress beyond the egg/larva stage.
 
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