Repellency of Eucalyptol and DEET Against Triatoma infestans, a Chagas Disease Vector: A Proof-of-Concept Study Under a Human Odor Background
Simple Summary Triatomines, also known as kissing bugs, are blood-feeding insects that transmit Chagas disease. Control of Triatoma infestans, one of the main vector species, relies largely on pyrethroid insecticides. However, insecticide resistance and environmental concerns highlight the need for additional strategie...