Week of Oct 25th – Dengue Fever a Global Public Health Concern
According to the World Health Organization, as many as 400 million new cases of dengue fever are reported every year. To learn more about how to recognize symptoms of dengue fever, preventing dengue fever, and treating dengue fever, read below.
Read MoreWeek of Jan 31st – Viral Pic Of Giant Mosquito That Is Freaking Netizens Out
“A picture going viral on Twitter shows an extra-big bug If you are scared of creepy-crawlies, this pic may give you goosebumps. A picture going viral online shows a supersized bug that appears to be right out of a horror movie. Ezequiel Lobo, a man from Argentina, shared the photo on Twitter last week, where…
Read MoreWeek of Jan 31st – Workshop Raises Awareness About Mosquitoes
“’Everything you wanted to know about mosquitoes. Dare to ask!’ was the subject of a workshop organised by the Cyprus Institute (CyI), the Joint Services Health Unit of the British Forces Cyprus, Enalia Physis and the Cyprus University of Technology (CUT). The workshop was held at the CUT’s premises in Limassol on January 16. Its…
Read MoreWeek of Jan 31st – Mosquitoes are Drawn to Flowers as Much as People — and Now Scientists Know Why
“Nectar is an important source of food for all mosquitoes,” said Jeffrey Riffell, a professor of biology at the University of Washington. “For male mosquitoes, nectar is their only food source, and female mosquitoes feed on nectar for all but a few days of their lives.” To discover more, read below.
Read MoreWeek of Jan 17th – Groundbreaking Malaria Vaccine Test Underway in 3 African Nations
“Unlike established vaccines that offer near-complete protection, this new one is only about 40% effective. But experts say it’s worth a try as progress against malaria stalls: Resistance to treatment is growing and the global drop in cases has leveled off.” To discover more, read below.
Read MoreWeek of Jan 17th – How To Find And Kill That Single Mosquito Buzzing Around Your Room
“You could be sitting there reading or watching TV for hours with no problems, but as soon as you go to your room, get into bed and try to fall asleep, you hear it. The high-pitched buzzing start out sounding faint, but gradually gets closer until it’s right in your ear. You swat it away…
Read MoreWeek of Jan 17th – Jamaica: Dengue Deaths Hit 81 but Infections Plunge
“More than 81 Jamaicans have died in the worst dengue fever outbreak to have hit the island in a generation, but data provided by the Ministry of Health and Wellness show that incidence of the mosquito-borne disease appeared to fall sharply over the last two months.” To discover more, read below.
Read MoreWeek of Jan 10th – A tech-centric approach to reducing mosquito-borne diseases
“Debug is a tech-centric approach to the Sterile Insect Technique and involves rearing and releasing sterile male mosquitoes in order to drive down populations of wild Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, the primary vector of dengue, Zika, chikungunya, and yellow fever. The program uses a naturally occurring bacterium called Wolbachia to functionally sterilize Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, while…
Read MoreWeek of Jan 10th – Where Do Mosquitoes Go in the Winter?
“Unlike birds, mosquitoes don’t fly south for the winter in droves. (That’s a terrifying thought!) They would never be able to fly far enough. The actual answer to the question “where do mosquitoes go in the winter” is different for male and female mosquitoes. ” To discover more read below.
Read MoreWeek of Jan 10th – Fighting dengue: Mayors say mosquito repellent sprays will be distributed in some villages
“Mayors said mosquito repellent sprays will soon be distributed in some villages, starting in Dededo, to help prevent the spread of dengue. Department of Public Health and Social Services Director Linda DeNorcey on Thursday said the total number of dengue cases for 2019 is 22 — eight imported cases and 14 local cases.” To discover…
Read MoreWeek of Jan 3 – Dengue’s V.I. Reappearance Makes Mosquito Control Paramount
“The V.I. Health Department reported Wednesday a small number of Virgin Islanders have tested positive for the unpleasant, mosquito-borne illness dengue in recent weeks, marking its first lab-confirmed return since 2017.” To discover more, read below.
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