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Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
7 months ago

West Nile mosquito spraying set for Brooklyn and Queens amid virus concerns

City government to spray mosquitoes in Brooklyn and Queens starting Sept. 10 to combat West Nile virus.
OMG science
fromNature
1 month ago

Daily briefing: Drug makes people's blood poisonous to mosquitoes

Nitisinone can render human blood toxic to mosquitoes, potentially aiding in malaria control.
Public health
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

A new drug makes your blood toxic to mosquitoes DW 03/28/2025

Nitisinone can make human blood lethal to malaria-carrying mosquitoes, potentially reducing insect populations.
fromMiami Herald
2 days ago
Miami food

Mosquito season begins in South Florida. Is climate change making it worse?

Climate change increases mosquito populations and the diseases they transmit, making South Florida more vulnerable.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
OMG science

What is gene drive and how could it help in the fight against malaria?

The gene drive technology could potentially help control mosquito populations and reduce disease transmission.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
7 months ago

West Nile mosquito spraying set for Brooklyn and Queens amid virus concerns

City government to spray mosquitoes in Brooklyn and Queens starting Sept. 10 to combat West Nile virus.
OMG science
fromNature
1 month ago

Daily briefing: Drug makes people's blood poisonous to mosquitoes

Nitisinone can render human blood toxic to mosquitoes, potentially aiding in malaria control.
Public health
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

A new drug makes your blood toxic to mosquitoes DW 03/28/2025

Nitisinone can make human blood lethal to malaria-carrying mosquitoes, potentially reducing insect populations.
fromMiami Herald
2 days ago
Miami food

Mosquito season begins in South Florida. Is climate change making it worse?

Climate change increases mosquito populations and the diseases they transmit, making South Florida more vulnerable.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
OMG science

What is gene drive and how could it help in the fight against malaria?

The gene drive technology could potentially help control mosquito populations and reduce disease transmission.
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fromwww.bbc.com
6 months ago
OMG science

Novel way to beat dengue: Deaf mosquitoes stop having sex

A novel approach to reduce mosquito populations by genetically altering males to be deaf, preventing them from mating with females.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago
Public health

GM mosquitoes: inside the lab breeding six-legged agents in the war on malaria

Genetically modified mosquitoes could significantly impact malaria control efforts.
OMG science
fromwww.bbc.com
6 months ago

Novel way to beat dengue: Deaf mosquitoes stop having sex

A novel approach to reduce mosquito populations by genetically altering males to be deaf, preventing them from mating with females.
more#disease-prevention
fromApartment Therapy
1 month ago
Marketing tech

I Live in Louisiana, and These Mosquito-Repelling Lights Are My Favorite Outdoor Upgrade

TIKI's BiteFighter Mosquito-Repellent String Lights provide effective mosquito protection while enhancing outdoor aesthetics.
fromBon Appetit
8 months ago
OMG science

The Mosquito Repellents BA Editors Swear By

The Bon Appétit staff discusses effective mosquito repellents for enjoyable outdoor dining experiences.
fromBoston.com
9 months ago
Coronavirus

Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus detected in Worcester

The first detection of West Nile virus in Massachusetts prompts mosquito control efforts.
fromMiami Herald
10 months ago
OMG science

How do you stop a mosquito invasion in Miami after the rains and floods? Take a look

Mosquito outbreaks expected in South Florida due to heavy rain and flooding, prompting increased mosquito control efforts.
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