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fromNature
1 day ago

Climate shocks, not just warming, threaten malaria control efforts in Africa

Extreme weather poses more immediate threats to malaria control systems than long-term climate change effects on mosquito and parasite survival.
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fromCN Traveller
4 months ago

Don't board a plane without packing one of these mosquito repellents

Travelling to tropical or rural destinations sometimes feels as much about dodging mosquito bites as it does about sightseeing. Even a short trip can be spoiled by relentless itching and, in some regions, it's not just an irritant - mosquitoes and other biting insects can carry serious diseases like Zika, malaria, and dengue. That's why packing the right protection is just as essential as your passport or sun cream.
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fromBoston.com
6 months ago

The risk for West Nile virus is now high in 10 Mass. communities. Here's what to know.

The risk for West Nile virus is now high in ten Massachusetts communities, prompting health officials to remind residents to protect themselves.
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fromNew York Post
9 months ago
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Travel warning issued as popular tourist spot battles deadly virus: 'Half the world's population now at risk'

fromNew York Post
9 months ago
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Travel warning issued as popular tourist spot battles deadly virus: 'Half the world's population now at risk'

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