University Of Iowa College Of Public Health

This is the first of a 3-part series on vector-borne diseases (transmitted by insects). Today's episode features a interview with Dr. Ryan Smith, entomologist at Iowa State University. He talks with Radha and Anya about about mosquito surveillance and mosquito-borne diseases. Look for upcoming episodes on tick and flea-borne diseases. A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/from-the-front-row-vector-borne-diseases-episode-1-mosquito-surveillance-and-mosquito-borne-diseases-with-dr-ryan-smith/ Have an question for our podcast crew or an idea for an episode? You can email Anya at anya-morozov@uiowa.edu