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Article Dans Une Revue International maritime health Année : 2022

Bed bugs on ship: a French review

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Background: Linked to the increase in international travel and development of insecticide resistance, a resurgence of bed bug infestation has been observed since the 2000’s and become now a worldwide public health problem. Passenger ships as part of the tourism industry are traditionally infested by bed bugs, but the whole maritime world is now concerned. Materials and methods: We conducted a short questionnaire-survey among the 22 doctors of the French seafarers’ health services to assess the level of this phenomenon in the occupational maritime environment. Results: Twenty seven per cent of the doctors reported that a patient shared to them a bed bug infestation on board. In that case, all declared that the infestation impacted the patient’s life on board. Eighteen per cent responded that a shipowner had already sought their support in face of a bed bug infestation. Lastly, 27% considered that bed bug infestation is an increasing problem. Conclusions: Bed bugs infestation on board has a major impact on the seafarers and passengers, and significant economic consequences. Preventive measures need to be implemented to limit the risks of dissemination. It is essential to inform and educate seafarers on best practice.
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hal-04245036 , version 1 (16-10-2023)

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Annabelle Gressier, Thierry Sauvage, Fréderic Saunier, Brice Loddé, David Lucas. Bed bugs on ship: a French review. International maritime health, 2022, 73 (2), pp.73-76. ⟨10.5603/IMH.2022.0011⟩. ⟨hal-04245036⟩
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