Indoor Residual Spraying

Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) is a public health technique used to control insects, particularly malaria-carrying mosquitoes. It involves applying insecticides to the walls and surfaces inside homes. The aim is to reduce mosquito populations by killing them when they land on treated surfaces, thereby decreasing the risk of disease transmission. IRS is typically done as part of integrated pest management strategies and is often utilized during malaria outbreaks or in areas with persistent transmission. The effectiveness of IRS can be enhanced by combining it with other preventive measures, like bed nets and community education on malaria prevention.