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Naperville Urges Mosquito Precautions After West Nile Virus Found  The City of Naperville Mosquito virus: Mosquitoes test positive for West Nile Virus on Jackson Avenue, Oleson Drive in Naperville, health officials say  ABC7 Chicago First West Nile Virus Positive Test In Bond County  WGEL Radio REGIONAL NEWS FOR WEDNESDAY  Freedom 92.9 S7 Health Dept. confirms West Nile Virus in Pope County, Ill. mosquitoes  KFVS12 Source …

LAS VEGAS — If at one time it was thought mosquitoes couldn’t survive in desert climates, this city is a case study in how wrong that is. Mosquitoes typically prefer more tropical, humid conditions, but these biting machines have exploded in number throughout the Las Vegas Valley in recent years because of a host of changes. A mix of urban …

Las Vegas’ growing mosquito problem is ‘a ticking time bomb’  AOL.comView Full Coverage on Google News Source link

LAS VEGAS — If at one time it was thought mosquitoes couldn’t survive in desert climates, this city is a case study in how wrong that is. Mosquitoes typically prefer more tropical, humid conditions, but these biting machines have exploded in number throughout the Las Vegas Valley in recent years because of a host of changes. A mix of urban …

MOORHEAD — The Moorhead City Council further delayed aerial spraying for mosquito control after residents expressed concern for a spray’s effect on pollinators like butterflies and bees. On Monday, Aug. 11, council members discussed aerial spraying after resident backlash to a planned aerial spray. Most residents who spoke during the meeting expressed concern about the practice, but some asked the …

The battle against mosquitoes has intensified in recent years, particularly against the tiger mosquito species that poses significant health risks. A groundbreaking natural repellent has shown remarkable effectiveness in an extreme test involving thousands of these persistent pests. This innovative solution offers new hope for those seeking chemical-free protection during mosquito season. Revolutionary natural mosquito repellent undergoes extreme testing In …

China’s Mosquito Crackdown Tests a City’s Post-Covid Patience  The New York Times Chikungunya virus: China reports 7,000 cases  BBC China reports thousands of chikungunya cases amid outbreak of mosquito-borne virus  Euronews.com Chinese city orders real-name registration for chikungunya fever medication amid outbreak  South China Morning Post What to Know About Chikungunya Amid Southern China Outbreak of Mosquito-Borne Virus  Time Magazine Source link

Mosquito bites are a common problem during travel, especially to warmer countries. There is nothing worse than being away and realising you have been bitten and the urge to scratch them can be immense. Mosquitoes can carry diseases like malaria, dengue fever, and Zika virus, which can be serious and require medical attention. Spending your long awaited holiday itching and …

Officials in Bridgewater confirmed the presence of Eastern Equine Encephalitis, or EEE, in a mosquito sample collected on July 22, marking the second time the deadly virus has been confirmed in Massachusetts this year. No human or animal cases have been reported, Bridgewater officials said Wednesday. EEE was also found in a mosquito sample collected in Belchertown on July 21. …

For many, summer means more time spent outdoors, either camping, traveling or just sitting in the backyard. And for those who are attractive to mosquitoes, this translates to flesh that’s riddled with bites from these common and pesky micropredators. Rather than dealing with the resulting redness, itching, pain, and the chance of infection, you should be up-to-date on the latest …