Diversity and distribution of ticks in Niigata prefecture, Japan (2016–2018): Changes since 1950

Megumi, Sato; Ikeda, Sumire; Arai, Reiko; Kato, Miwako; Aoki, Jun; Nishida, Akiko; Watanabe, Kaori; Hirokawa, Chika; Watanabe, Kozo; Regilme, Maria Angenica F.; Sato, Mami; Sato, Marcello Otake; Tamura, Tsutomu

doi:10.1016/j.ttbdis.2021.101683

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“…longicornis , Haemaphysalis megaspinosa , I . ovatus , Ixodes nipponensis , Ixodes persulcatus , Ixodes monospinosus , Ixodes columnae , and Ixodes turdus [ 4 , 12 ], and this was a substantial change from the endemic species described in a previous survey in 1959 [ 13 ]. The most common tick species found in the prefecture were H .…”

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“…I . persulcatus is a susceptible tick host for the pathogenic spirochetes that cause LB [ 12 ]. In addition, three causative species of human spotted fever; R .…”

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“…Niigata’s vast forests cover up more than 60% of the land. As mentioned earlier, recent studies have identified Niigata prefecture as a high-risk area for TBDs [ 4 , 12 ].…”

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“…Recently, we performed a tick survey in Niigata prefecture in Japan after 60 years [ 12 ], since the large-scale tick survey conducted by Saito in 1959 [ 13 ]. The survey was conducted in 41 sites in the prefecture where people are likely to be exposed to ticks, including parks, trails, forests, and camping areas.…”

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“…We found 12 species of ticks, and the three most common species in the area were Haemaphysalis flava , Haemaphysalis longicornis , and Ixodes ovatus . These three tick species harbor the pathogens causing JSF, LB, and SFTS [ 12 ]. We also found three species of spotted fever group rickettsiae; R ickettsia asiatica , Rickettsia helvetica , and Rickettsia monacensis , in ticks in Niigata Prefecture, Japan [ 4 ].…”

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Knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding tick-borne diseases among an at-risk population living in Niigata prefecture, Japan

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Abeywickrama²,

Sato³

et al. 2022

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Objective This study examined the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of an at-risk population living in Niigata prefecture regarding tick-borne diseases (TBDs) and preventive strategies. Methods A cross-sectional questionnaire-based study was conducted to assess the KAP of the community. Results In total, 186 responses were received. Among the respondents, 130 (69·9%) were men, and the mean age was 51.1 (14·3). Nine (4·8%) respondents reported having experienced tick bites. Of the respondents, 44 (23.7%) knew about both scrub typhus and severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome, while 156 (83·9%) and 71 (38·2%) recognized limiting skin exposure and use of insect repellents as preventive measures, respectively. The attitudes towards TBDs: being worried about tick bites (p = 0·018) and interested in preventing TBDs (p = 0·001), were significantly higher among women than men. About 75% of the respondents reported taking preventive measures against tick bites, and limiting skin exposure was the most frequently applied method (69·9%). Insect repellents were used by 58 (31·2%) respondents. Age (p = 0·049), being worried about tick bites (p = 0·046), and knowledge of ticks score (p = 0·024) were the significant independent predictors of practicing countermeasures. Conclusion We identified gaps in knowledge and practices regarding TBDs. Public health interventions should be implemented to improve public awareness of TBDs.

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confidence: 99%

“…I . persulcatus is a susceptible tick host for the pathogenic spirochetes that cause LB [ 12 ]. In addition, three causative species of human spotted fever; R .…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Niigata’s vast forests cover up more than 60% of the land. As mentioned earlier, recent studies have identified Niigata prefecture as a high-risk area for TBDs [ 4 , 12 ].…”

Section: Methodsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

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