Integrated Vector Management

The District’s mission is to protect the public health by using scientifically-driven integrated vector management techniques (IVM).

IVM is a rational decision-making process which seeks to improve the efficacy, cost-effectiveness, ecological soundness and sustainability of disease-vector control. The ultimate goal is to prevent the transmission of vector-borne diseases.

Components of IVM

Surveillance and Quality Control
Physical Control
Biological Control
Microbial & Chemical Control
Public Outreach

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Surveillance and Quality Control

Surveillance and Quality Control is carried out by monitoring mosquito activity, mosquito populations, climate change, and virus activity by having…

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Biological control

Biological Control is the use of an animal or pathogen (living organisms) to control a particular pest.

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Microbial & Chemical Control

Microbial and chemical control is the use of chemical compounds (insecticides) to reduce mosquito populations. These methods are used when other…

Physical control

Physical Control is achieved by manipulating the environment to reduce mosquito breeding sites. This can be done by:

Public Outreach

Public Outreach informs Coachella Valley residents about District services, health threats, and protection and prevention tips by disseminating…

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Components of IVM

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