Vector-borne Diseases

Findings

Is Georgia Tech prepared for this hazard? How so?

• GT is likely prepared for vector-borne disease risks. Based on Georgia’s projected increased risk for a variety of vector-borne diseases, the campus landscape of possible standing water, and the global rise in insect resistant pesticides and treatment resistance, Georgia Tech may be prepared to address these vulnerabilities.

How impactful will be this hazard be in 10 years? In 20 years?

• Very impactful; Aedes aegypti will increase in abundance in the Southeast along with Dengue risk and West Nile probability.

​How can Georgia Tech adapt to this hazard in the next 5 to 10 years?

• 5 Years: proactively address possible sources of standing water and investing in responsive campus health resources

• 10 Years: continuously improve responsive campus health resources