Repellent effect of local indigenous knowledge-based repellent in Nakhon Si Thammarat, Thailand, against

Dengue fever has been a significant disease in Thailand for a long time, ranking it as one of the major health problems in the country. Management of the adult stage of mosquito vectors is approached by applying various synthetic chemicals such as adulticides, attractants, deterrents, and repellents. In Thailand, mosquito control and personal protection from mosquito bites are currently the most important measures for preventing and controlling mosquito-borne diseases. Although there are various control strategies for dengue disease, participation from the local community plays a vital role in the success of disease control. At present, a lot of local people have seen the value of local indigenous knowledge and used this to improve their life. The local community in the southern part of Thailand has used mosquito repellent from local knowledge for a long time. The problem regarding mosquito repellent made from local indigenous knowledge is that it has not yet been tested to determine its effectiveness. Therefore, this research aims to assess the effectiveness of mosquito repellent from local learning from Nakhon Si Thammarat provinces in Thailand. From the survey, out of 23 districts, six mosquito repellents were found in 3 communities, including Nabon, Muang, and Thasala. The repellent efficacy against the laboratory strain of

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The authors declare the following financial interests/personal relationships which may be considered as potential competing interests:Danita Champakaew reports financial support, article publishing charges, and equipment, drugs, or supplies were provided by 10.13039/501100010034Walailak University, Thailand and Chiang Mai University, Thailand.