Gubler’s hypothesis

Gubler’s hypothesis suggests that the outbreak and spread of mosquito-borne diseases, like dengue, depend on the interplay between the mosquito population, the presence of the virus, and human activities. When people move or change their behaviors—such as traveling or creating standing water—these factors can align to increase disease transmission. Essentially, it proposes that both environmental conditions and human movement contribute to how and when these diseases spread within communities. By understanding this, health officials can better predict and control outbreaks through targeted interventions.