Which preventive measure is most effective against mosquito-borne diseases?
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Correct answer: Vector control and preventing breeding
Controlling mosquito breeding sites and preventing bites through vector control are the most effective strategies against mosquito-borne diseases like malaria and dengue, as they interrupt transmission at its source.
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