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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.

Male mosquitoes to be genetically engineered to poison females with semen in Australian research

Genetically engineered male mosquitoes can inject venom into females during mating to reduce mosquito populations and disease transmission.

An invasive mosquito was spotted in Gilroy. Here's how you can stop the dangerous pest.

Aedes aegypti, an invasive mosquito species, poses a health risk in Gilroy, prompting urgent control measures to prevent establishment and reproduction.

Spread of deadly EEE virus explodes 5-fold in New York; one death reported

New York faces a significant rise in eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) due to a surge in mosquitoes, posing a public health threat.

California investigates dengue case in patient with no travel history

San Diego is investigating its first locally transmitted case of dengue amid a nationwide increase in cases.

Manhattan and Brooklyn to Undergo Mosquito Spraying for Disease Prevention Next Week, Health Department Announces

The city is spraying for mosquitoes in Manhattan and Brooklyn to combat West Nile virus.

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.

Male mosquitoes to be genetically engineered to poison females with semen in Australian research

Genetically engineered male mosquitoes can inject venom into females during mating to reduce mosquito populations and disease transmission.

An invasive mosquito was spotted in Gilroy. Here's how you can stop the dangerous pest.

Aedes aegypti, an invasive mosquito species, poses a health risk in Gilroy, prompting urgent control measures to prevent establishment and reproduction.

Spread of deadly EEE virus explodes 5-fold in New York; one death reported

New York faces a significant rise in eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) due to a surge in mosquitoes, posing a public health threat.

California investigates dengue case in patient with no travel history

San Diego is investigating its first locally transmitted case of dengue amid a nationwide increase in cases.

Manhattan and Brooklyn to Undergo Mosquito Spraying for Disease Prevention Next Week, Health Department Announces

The city is spraying for mosquitoes in Manhattan and Brooklyn to combat West Nile virus.
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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.

Thermacell's LIV Mosquito-Repellent System Is Effective but Expensive

Thermacell's LIV system offers an innovative mosquito repelling technology through metofluthrin, creating an effective barrier for outdoor spaces.

The Mosquito Repellents BA Editors Swear By

The Bon Appétit staff discusses effective mosquito repellents for enjoyable outdoor dining experiences.

Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus detected in Worcester

The first detection of West Nile virus in Massachusetts prompts mosquito control efforts.

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.

Millions of mosquitoes released in Hawaii to save rare bird from extinction

Conservation efforts involve releasing millions of mosquitoes with a natural bacteria to save endangered honeycreeper birds in Hawaii.
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