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The one country on Earth with no mosquitoes has finally lost that titleIceland mosquito discovery: Iceland's long-held status as a mosquito-free nation has ended with the discovery of three Culiseta annulata mo...
What is the West Nile virus discovered in California? Symptoms, treatment, vaccines and all details explainedWest Nile virus has been detected in California after two dead crows tested positive in San Diego County, prompting officials to urge mosqu...
Why tech giant Google is planning to release 32,00,00,000 mosquitoes in the USGoogle's parent company, Alphabet, plans to release 32 million specially treated mosquitoes in California and Florida. This initiative aims...
5 easy ways to keep mosquitoes away without a mosquito netMosquitoes become a major problem during Indian summers and monsoons, but you do not always need a mosquito net to stay protected. From rem...
Mosquitoes have finally invaded one of the world's last mosquito-free countriesFor the first time in history, Iceland has recorded wild mosquitoes, ending its long-standing status as a mosquito-free haven. A species kn...
Scientists finally figured out how mosquitoes track and bite humansMosquitoes possess a hidden sense: they track your body heat using infrared radiation. Researchers discovered this ability, which, when com...
Health alert in NSW as Ross River virus activity detected in Greater Sydney ahead of Easter holiday travel surgeNew South Wales health authorities are issuing a stern warning for the Easter long weekend. Recent mosquito surveillance in Greater Western...
Why mosquitoes bite some people more and easy prevention tipsMosquitoes, particularly Aedes aegypti, are drawn to humans by a combination of visual cues like dark colours and chemical signals such as ...
IIT Delhi develops washing powder that turn clothes into mosquito shieldResearchers at IIT Delhi have developed a novel mosquito-repellent laundry detergent. This innovative product, used during regular washing,...
What is Eastern Equine Encephalitis? Rare virus which killed first South Carolina resident in 20 years after mosquito bite; how does it spread and how to stay safeA resident died from Eastern Equine Encephalitis, a rare mosquito-borne virus, in South Carolina's Beaufort County. This is the first such ...
Two Zika virus cases confirmed in Woodlands; pregnant women advised to take precautionsHealth authorities have confirmed two Zika virus cases in Singapore’s Woodlands neighborhood. The National Environment Agency (NEA) and Com...
8 ways to prevent mosquito bites this summerSummer is the perfect time for outdoor fun, but mosquito bites can quickly ruin the experience. In this guide, discover 8 proven ways to pr...
Mosquitoes in the UK now carry a dangerous virus, here’s how to stay safe this summerIn a first, West Nile virus is found in UK mosquitoes. The UK Health Security Agency made the announcement. Aedes vexans mosquitoes in Nott...
West Nile Virus spreads across US: What you need to know | Causes, symptoms and treatmentWest Nile virus has been expanding its presence in the five boroughs of New York City, which include the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens...
From blood to sweat, factors that can make you a mosquito magnetWhich blood type attracts mosquitoes? Mosquito bite solutions
How to protect yourself from mosquito bite without using harmful chemicalsMosquitoes are the root cause of numerous illnesses such as dengue, malaria, brain fever, yellow fever, Chikungunya, etc. While chemical mo...
Tips for preventing mosquito bitesWhen it comes to avoiding the bite of mosquitoes, there are many myths and misconceptions regarding what strategies are effective and which...
Dengue cases rising in India: Everything you must know about common signs, precautions & treatmentThe dengue symptoms, if any, can last for two-seven days.
Not one to take the biteJoachim Low declared Germany did not fear Lionel Messi or Argentina before the World champs took to the ground in Brazil one last time to c...
- I am dengue mosquito, bite will trouble BJP, Congress, says Arvind Kejriwal
Locking horns with Salman Khurshid over his reported remarks, Kejriwal said he is a "dengue mosquito" whose sting can put Congress and BJP ...