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Andrew S. Paige, Laura B. Duvall
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Summary: Mapping the spatial distribution and predicting the abundance of female adult Ae. aegypti in northeastern Thailand is crucial for effective vector control strategies. Urban areas showed higher Ae. aegypti abundance compared to rural areas, while inadequate KAP regarding climate change and dengue were observed in both urban and rural areas. The RF model demonstrated the best predictive performance in estimating Ae. aegypti abundance, with dengue prevention practices identified as the most important predictor.
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