FDA Approves Groundbreaking Chikungunya Vaccine: Milestone in Combatting the Global Spread of the Mosquito-Borne Virus

Medicine & Technology Nov 11, 2023

The FDA approves Ixchiq, the first chikungunya vaccine, addressing rising global cases and the spread of disease-carrying mosquitoes due to climate change. Read the article for more details.

Mosquito Season Underway: Here Are Effective Measures for Shielding Oneself from These Summer Pests

Jul 05, 2023

As mosquito season starts in various parts of the United States, learn five facts about these bothersome insects and effective repellent tips. Continue reading to learn more.

Mosquitoes From Australia Carries Flesh-Eating Bacteria From Possums; Buruli Ulcer Is on the Rise Down Under

Jul 04, 2023

Buruli ulcer, a disfiguring skin disease, is on the rise in Australia. Read to learn how mosquitoes became a carrier of flesh-eating bacteria from possums.

What Animal Kills the Most Humans?

Jun 02, 2023

The deadliest animal for humans is not in the ocean but is a common visitor to some households. Read to know what it is.

Mosquitoes Drawn to Certain Kinds of Soaps People Use, Revealing That Some Could Either Attract or Repel Them

May 10, 2023

Soaps can greatly influence whether the body odor is appealing or repulsive to female mosquitoes. Read the article to learn more details.

Unique Approach in the Battle Against Malaria Uses Nanoparticles That Attack the Parasite

Dec 20, 2022

Scientists use single-chain polymer nanoparticles to target malaria parasites at the ookinete stage to fight the infection. Read the article to know more details.

Aggressive Aedes Aegypti Mosquitoes Detected in a County in California: How Do These Insects Spread Germs?

Oct 25, 2022

Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, which have the potential to transmit the Zika virus, chikungunya, and dengue, have been detected in Santa Clara County. Read the article to learn more of this story.

Why Are Some People So Attractive to Mosquitoes? Scientists Say CO2 Exhalation, Body Heat, Odor Play a Role

Oct 24, 2022

A study found that fatty acids that emanate from the skin may develop a heady perfume that cannot be resisted by mosquitoes. Read to know more.

Wearable Insect Repellent Developed Using a 3D Printer; Device Shaped in Ring Form, Worn to Keep Mosquitoes at Bay

Oct 13, 2022

Researchers developed an insect-repellent delivery device that can be formed in a ring shape and worn to repel mosquitoes for a long time. Read to know more.

Mosquitoes Turned Into Malaria Vaccine Delivery System; How Effective Is This Method?

Oct 02, 2022

Scientists used genetically modified mosquitoes called Plasmodium falciparum to deliver malaria vaccines. Find out how effective these parasites are as a vaccine delivery system.

Ankle-Biter Mosquitoes Invading Southern California, Leaving Itchy Bite Marks on Their Victim's Skin

Oct 01, 2022

An invasive species of mosquitoes have made its way into Southern California, particularly in San Fernando Valley, Inland Empire, and Greater San Diego. Read the article to know more.

Malaria Transmission: Scientists Engineer Mosquitoes to Slow Growth of Parasites That Cause the Disease

Sep 22, 2022

A genetic modification is causing the mosquitoes to generate compounds in their guts that stunt the parasites’ growth. Read to know more about it.

Chemical Compounds From Human Odors Stimulate Mosquito-Borne Diseases Like Dengue Fever [STUDY]

Sep 22, 2022

A study found the combination of carbon dioxide and two chemicals elicits an odor causing a mosquito to find and land on its victim. Read to know more.

Mosquitoes Can Smell If a Person Has Dengue or Zika Virus, Research Suggests

Jul 01, 2022

A study shows mosquitoes can determine if a person has a virus like dengue or Zika through smell. Read and learn more about how this can be possible.

Mosquito-Borne Viruses Like CHIKV, RRV May Cause Other Severe Diseases Like Fever, Rheumatoid Arthritis, More

Mar 09, 2022

Mosquito-borne viruses may cause one to develop other severe diseases like muscle pain, fever, and arthritis. Find out how these diseases are associated.