Silent Mosquitoes: A New Weapon Against Dengue

1 month ago

Ludhiana health department teams identify dengue breeding ground at residential society

The local health officials found three breeding grounds for dengue-causing mosquitoes at Omaxe apartments, Pakhowal road, during an inspection on Thursday. Health department officials found three breeding grounds for mosquitoes at Omaxe apartments, Pakhowal road. “We found larvae samples in the swimming pool, which had around half feet deep standing water, in the air cooler of the security guard’s room, …

Cases Dengue Omaxe Residential Society

1 month ago

407 dead in climate change-boosted dengue outbreak in Bangladesh, healthcare system overwhelmed

Firstpost

Over 400 dengue deaths have been reported in Bangladesh in 2024 as climate change fuels rising temperatures and extended monsoon seasons, creating ideal conditions for mosquito-borne infections Currently, 90 countries are experiencing active dengue transmission in 2024, although not all cases have been formally reported. An overwhelmed healthcare system The crisis follows last year’s record-breaking toll, with 1,705 deaths and …

Climate Change Bangladesh Bashar Dengue Deaths 407 Dead

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Tiruchi Corporation Ups the Monsoon Fight: 43 Spots Targeted for Dengue Detection and Prevention

The Hindu

Tiruchi Corporation is stepping up efforts to detect and check dengue during the monsoon. The corporation has identified 43 hot spots in the city where dengue is prevalent and has implemented various preventive measures to reduce the spread of the disease. These measures include spraying insecticides, anti-mosquito fogging, dusting chlorine, conducting special camps, and sending live mosquito samples to check …

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Mosquito-borne virus spreads at 'unprecedented' levels in L.A.

LA Times

About 1 in 20 people infected with dengue will become severely ill, facing complications such as shock, internal bleeding or respiratory failure. The worry, though, is “if there are enough infected mosquitoes, it could lead to exponential spread,” said Dr. Aiman Halai, director of the L.A. County Department of Public Health’s Vector-Borne Disease Unit. The World Health Organization warned last …

Climate Change Disease Public Health Cases Mosquitoes Dengue California

3 months ago

Beat the bite with THESE 5 safety precautions as Dengue cases rise in India

India TV News

Dengue fever, a mosquito-borne ailment because of the Aedes aegypti mosquito, can lead to extreme infection if not addressed in time. Use Mosquito Nets Sleeping below a mosquito net presents a bodily barrier to prevent mosquitoes from biting you for the duration of the night. Eliminate Breeding Sites Aedes mosquitoes breed in stagnant water, so it's crucial to eliminate ability …

Mosquitoes Dengue Mosquito

3 months ago

Los Angeles area sees more dengue fever in people bitten by local mosquitoes

Associated Press

LOS ANGELES — Health officials warned Wednesday that the Los Angeles area is seeing more dengue fever cases in people who have not traveled outside the U.S. mainland, a year after the first such case was reported in California. Public health officials said at least three people apparently became ill with dengue this month after being bitten by mosquitoes in …

Cases Mosquitoes Dengue California Los Angeles Los Angeles

3 months ago

‘Unprecedented’ cluster of mosquito-borne dengue virus cases confirmed in Baldwin Park

LA Times

An Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District worker begins screening for disease-causing viruses at the agency’s lab in Garden Grove last year. Two more cases of the mosquito-borne dengue virus were confirmed Wednesday in Baldwin Park, according to the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. Including the case announced last week, the three cases make up an “unprecedented …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Interview with a mosquito

Times of India

Aedes loves a laugh and is very class conscious It has been my earnest desire to know the mind of the mosquito, both for understanding its behavioural triggers and to ascertain whether it is amenable to suggestions. Although not credited with a significant brain size compared with human beings, the mosquito remains one of the most formidable foes of humankind, …

Delhi Aedes

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Three dengue deaths reported in Ernakulam over past four weeks

The Hindu

Ernakulam has reported three deaths due to dengue fever over the past four weeks. The district reported a total of 1,043 confirmed and suspected cases of dengue fever since August 24. The highest number of dengue cases over the past week was reported on August 30. The regions that reported the highest number of cases on August 30 included Aluva, …

Cases Reported

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Dengue cases dropped by 94 per cent this year, says NDMC

New Indian Express

NEW DELHI: Over 94% drop in cases of dengue were recorded this year, the New Delhi Municipal Council said on Friday. According to the data released by the civic body, seven cases of dengue were recorded till August 29, in comparison to 131 of the last year. NDMC Member Kuljeet Singh Chahal said that the NDMC is making all efforts …

Cases Malaria Dengue Ndmc

3 months, 4 weeks ago

Bitten by the Bug

New Indian Express

Sanjana Salunkhe and her family moved from Mumbai’s crowded Andheri suburb to an upscale ground-floor apartment in Richmond Town, Bengaluru, shortly after the Covid-19 pandemic. With the mosquito problem persisting in the locality and no fumigation or intervention from local authorities, Salunkhe and her family have decided to move to another area of Bengaluru with fewer dengue cases. On August …

Dengue

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Dengue: Search up for doctors, pest control

New Indian Express

BENGALURU: A recent study reported a significant surge in consumer searches related to dengue testing and treatment services, reflecting the ongoing struggle with a severe dengue outbreak. Data comparing April-June 2024 to January-March 2024 showed a 33 per cent increase in queries for dengue-related services, and a 20 per cent rise in demand for doctors specialising in dengue treatment. In …

Search Control Dengue Pest Control

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Scientists make engineering breakthrough in control of mosquito-borne diseases

China Daily

GUANGZHOU -- A research team has developed an automated device that can efficiently separate male and female mosquitoes - an engineering breakthrough in the biological control of mosquito-borne diseases. On the advantages of biological control, Li said, "Studies have shown that releasing male mosquitoes that do not bite or transmit diseases to mate with wild female mosquitoes can effectively control …

Control Mosquitoes Male Guangzhou

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Scientists make engineering breakthrough in control of mosquito-borne diseases

China Daily

Xinhua | Updated: 2024-08-02 16:23 GUANGZHOU -- A research team has developed an automated device that can efficiently separate male and female mosquitoes - an engineering breakthrough in the biological control of mosquito-borne diseases. On the advantages of biological control, Li said, "Studies have shown that releasing male mosquitoes that do not bite or transmit diseases to mate with wild …

Control Mosquitoes Male Guangzhou Engineering Breakthrough

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Pune health experts detect Zika virus in mosquito pools, larvae samples

Hindustan Times

Amid the Zika virus threat across the city, a team from ICMR-National Institute of Virology found the virus in a mosquito pool and larvae samples collected from Pashan, Erandwane and Mundhwa. Dr Radhakrishnan Pawar, joint director of health services, said, “The virus has been detected in a mosquito pool and larvae samples collected from areas like Pashan, Erandwane and Mundhwa. …

Pune Niv Virus Samples Sent Mosquito Zika Virus

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Pune reports 22 dengue, 19 chikungunya cases in July

Hindustan Times

The Pune Municipal Corporation has reported a spike in vector-borne disease cases in the city, said officials. During the ongoing surveillance, the civic body reported 22 dengue and 19 chikungunya cases in July. As per the officials, the recent rains resulting in water accumulation in artificial and natural sources in residential areas have made favourable conditions for mosquito breeding which …

Cases Pmc Reported Mosquito Fever Mosquito Breeding Chikungunya

4 months, 4 weeks ago

300 nursing students from 17 colleges involved in measures to contain dengue, says Mayor

The Hindu

Mayor Sudheer Shetty Kannur said on Thursday that the city corporation and the Department of Health and Family Welfare have involved 300 students from 17 nursing colleges in the city for identifying dengue-causing water sources and destroying them by visiting houses in the jurisdiction of the civic body. Replying to questions by councillors on steps taken to contain the spread …

City Dengue Mayor

5 months, 1 week ago

Neurological impact of Zika virus: Here's what we need to know

Hindustan Times

Zika virus is a mosquito-borne virus that shares its genus with the dengue, yellow fever, Japanese encephalitis, and West Nile viruses. In an interview with HT lifestyle, Dr. Vivek Barun, Consultant - Neurology and Epilepsy, Department of Neurology, Artemis Agrim Institute of Neuroscience, said, “While the Zika virus typically results in mild symptoms such as fever, rash, and joint pain, …

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5 months, 3 weeks ago

Endemic dengue may have helped stem severity of early COVID wave in India: study

The Hindu

Can the dengue virus beat the coronavirus and is it why the early wave of the pandemic in 2020 resulted in fewer COVID deaths or severe infections compared to Europe or North America where dengue is not endemic? “In this paper, we provided several pieces of experimentally obtained evidence that pre-existing dengue immunity might have played some protective role in …

India Dengue Covid Antibodies Coronavirus Strains

6 months, 2 weeks ago

How to protect yourself from mosquito bites

LA Times

The hoot of a great horned owl. So, to ward off disease-carrying older mosquitoes, you’ll need a higher percentage of DEET — somewhere between 20% to 30%. But DEET has a perception problem because unlike some repellents, it isn’t naturally occurring, Leal said. “They want something that’s natural — they forget that strychnine ricin are all natural products,” Leal said, …

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7 months, 1 week ago

172 dengue cases reported in Bengaluru

The Hindu

Bengaluru has recorded 172 cases in dengue the last 13 days, according to data shared by the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike. Observing National Dengue Day on May 16, BBMP Special Commissioner Suralkar Vikas Kishor said the Health Department has constituted four teams for each ward to spray insecticides and carry out fogging. As Bengalruru has started to receive rainfall, the …

Bengaluru Dengue Ward Bbmp Every Ward Suralkar

7 months, 1 week ago

National Dengue Day 2024: 5 effective ways to prevent mosquito bites this summer

India TV News

As temperatures rise and summer approaches, so does the threat of mosquito-borne illnesses like dengue fever. Here are five simple yet effective ways to prevent mosquito bites this summer: Wear Protective Clothing One of the simplest ways to avoid mosquito bites is by wearing long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and socks, especially during outdoor activities. Use Insect Repellent Applying insect repellent …

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9 months, 3 weeks ago

In Rio, rife with dengue, bacteria-infected mosquitoes are making a difference

Associated Press

NITEROI, Brazil — Since Rio de Janeiro declared a public health emergency after an outbreak of dengue fever last month, the city has ramped up testing capacities, opened up a dozen dengue health centers and trained medical staff to attend to the ever-growing needs of its population. Health officials say a pilot program launched in Niteroi in 2015, in which …

Health Water Mosquitoes City Dengue Brazil Mosquito

10 months, 1 week ago

Brazil’s health agents scour junkyards and roofs for mosquitos to fight dengue epidemic

Associated Press

RIO DE JANEIRO — The small team of state public health workers slalomed between auto parts strewn across a Rio de Janeiro junkyard, looking for standing water where mosquitoes might have laid their eggs. “It’s difficult not to have mosquitoes here.” Earlier in the month, just days before Rio kicked of its world-famous Carnival festivities, the city joined several states …

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1 year, 2 months ago

Rare case of mosquito-borne dengue diagnosed in Pasadena

LA Times

Aedes aegypti, commonly known as the yellow fever mosquito, can transmit dengue and zika viruses. A case of locally acquired dengue, a virus transmitted by mosquitoes, was detected in Pasadena on Friday, according to the Pasadena Public Health Department. In a statement, Pasadena epidemiologist Dr. Matthew Feaster said public health officials have been monitoring for mosquito-borne diseases such as dengue. …

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1 year, 2 months ago

1 in 4 Families Report Dengue, Malaria; 73% Say Local Body Not Taking Any Measures: Survey - News18

News 18

More and more states have been reporting cases of dengue and chikungunya this year, with West Bengal in the lead. A LocalCircles survey showed 73% respondents indicated no anti-mosquito fogging has been done in their area during the last 45 days despite rise in the case in Delhi and Mumbai. When asked if any of their family members had fallen …

Respondents Indicated

1 year, 2 months ago

Bangladesh: Over 1,000 dead in massive dengue outbreak

Firstpost

There is no vaccine or drug that specifically treats dengue, which is common in South Asia during the June-to-September monsoon season as the Aedes aegypti mosquito which spreads the disease thrives in stagnant water According to government data, the number of fatalities from Bangladesh’s biggest dengue outbreak on record has surpassed 1,000 this year, and hospitals are scrambling to accommodate …

Bangladesh Dengue Dhaka

1 year, 2 months ago

Dengue under control in State as only 390 patients in hospitals, says Minister

The Hindu

Dengue cases were under control in the State and as on date only 390 patients were in hospitals for treatment, said Health and Family Welfare Minister Ma. Speaking to reporters, he said that every year, during the start of rainy season, dengue cases were reported in various parts of the State. There is adequate stock of drugs to treat dog …

Cases State Reported

1 year, 2 months ago

Health dept. battling dengue fever uptick in Kozhikode, hotspots to be identified

The Hindu

After successfully containing a third episode of Nipah outbreak this month, the Health department in Kozhikode district is battling an uptick in dengue fever cases in recent days. Two confirmed and 18 suspected cases were reported on September 25 and four suspected cases on September 24 in government hospitals or health centres in the district. He said 249 dengue fever …

Health Cases Dengue District Kozhikode

1 year, 3 months ago

No drop in dengue cases in Ernakulam

The Hindu

Ernakulam continues to have the highest number of dengue fever cases in the State since September 1. Kalamassery had the highest number of cases among the regions that had reported dengue cases since September 1. Pointing out that dengue will continue to remain a problem within the district, Dr. Rajeev Jayadevan, Member of the Public Health Advisory Panel of the …

Cases Dengue

1 year, 3 months ago

Let skeeters feed on you for science? Welcome to front lines of mosquito control

Associated Press

SALT LAKE CITY — It’s lunchtime at the Salt Lake City Mosquito Abatement District and a colony of sabethes cyaneus — also known as the paddle-legged beauty for its feathery appendages and iridescent coloring — find their way to Ella Branham. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print A mosquito feeds at the Salt …

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1 year, 3 months ago

Dengue outbreaks: 9 reasons why dengue cases are getting more severe; what role does global warming play

Hindustan Times

Mosquito-borne infections are rising across the globe. "The severity of dengue virus infections is influenced by multiple factors, with global warming playing a significant role in creating conducive conditions for mosquito breeding, viral replication, and altered transmission dynamics. "The severity of dengue virus infections can be influenced by a variety of factors, and global warming is indeed playing a role …

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1 year, 3 months ago

Four fresh dengue cases pushes Ludhiana’s count to 97

Hindustan Times

With the dengue cases nearing the 100-mark in the district, the health department urged the public to take preventive measures seriously, highlighting the importance of eliminating potential mosquito breeding grounds. The urban counterparts have six active cases distributed across prominent locales including Bharat Nagar Chowk, Palm Apartment on Pakhowal road, New Shimla Puri, Daba road, Shimlapuri, Adarsh Nagar and Gopal …

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1 year, 3 months ago

Hot weather can make dengue virus more virulent, says study

India Today

The Dengue virus could become more virulent as the temperatures increase, according to a recent study. The research, published in the FASEB journal, can help in predicting and mitigating the severity and virulence of dengue, which has an estimated global disease burden of 390 million cases per year. The study can help in predicting and mitigating the severity and virulence …

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1 year, 4 months ago

World Mosquito Day 2023: History, Types, Diseases, and Control

News 18

WORLD MOSQUITO DAY 2023: World Mosquitos Day is celebrated on August 20 to commemorate Sir Ronald Ross for discovering the connection between mosquitoes and the transference of Malaria in 1897. Types of mosquitos Asian Tiger mosquitoesAlso known as Aedes albopictus, the mosquito belongs to the tropical and subtropical areas of Southeast Asia. Yellow fever mosquitoAlso known as Aedes aegypti, it …

Mosquitoes Malaria Dengue Virus Mosquito Diseases Fever

1 year, 4 months ago

Dengue outbreak in Bangladesh sparks alarm after 364 people die this year and infections rise

LA Times

A child is carried by his mother as he receives treatment for dengue at Mugda Medical College and Hospital in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on Thursday. Bangladesh is struggling to deal with higher casualties and infections from dengue this year, with officials warning that the death toll this month could break records. Many people work outside on Bangladesh’s numerous construction projects, including …

Bangladesh Dhaka Dengue Outbreak

1 year, 4 months ago

Dengue cases in Delhi spike amid rain, floods, MCD strike

Hindustan Times

Delhi has reported 105 new dengue cases in the last one week taking the tally of the cases reported till August 5 this year to 348 cases, the weekly mosquito borne disease report released by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi shows. An MCD spokesperson said the spike in cases can be largely attributed to heavy waterlogging observed in July as …

Delhi Rain Cases City Dengue Reported Sites

1 year, 4 months ago

Dengue fear grips India as receding flood water may act as a catalyst

India Today

Parts of Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Uttarakhand, Haryana, and Assam were ravaged by floods this year. Surging dengue cases spurred protests in West Bengal Dengue cases in Delhi at five-year high Karnataka reported over 4,500 cases between January and July 2023 Dengue larvae were found in over 1,000 houses in Haryana’s Karnal district “When an area becomes flooded, the populations …

India West Bengal Dengue Cases Reported Flood Water Dengue Cases

1 year, 4 months ago

Drones to check vector breeding, spray pesticide in Delhi

Hindustan Times

Amid a rise in cases of mosquito-borne diseases due to the recent floods and waterlogging after rains, the Delhi government plans to deploy drones for monitoring breeding sites and spraying insecticide in inaccessible areas, according to officials aware of the matter. This year, Delhi reported 187 dengue cases till July 22 — the highest in the last six years in …

Delhi Dengue Mosquito Mcd Breeding

1 year, 4 months ago

City sees second suspected dengue death

Hindustan Times

Mumbai: The city reported a second suspected dengue death at Parel’s Global Hospital on July 25. The city has been grappling with a surge in dengue cases this year, with significant numbers even before the monsoon season began. As per the latest BMC data, between July 1 and 23, the city recorded 406 cases, surpassing the 353 cases reported in …

Dengue Bmc Dengue Cases City Sees

1 year, 4 months ago

Threat of dengue fever escalates globally

The Hindu

The recent surge in dengue cases globally, including in new regions has been alarming and poses significant global health challenges. More dengue cases This month, there was an outbreak of dengue fever reported in Egypt’s Qena province after several positive cases. Dengue cases have soared in India, mostly due to heavy rains and inadequate control measures, which create the ideal …

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1 year, 4 months ago

Record-breaking dengue outbreak in the Americas: Unraveling the factors behind the surge

Hindustan Times

Dengue cases have been recorded across the Americas in excess of three million this year. Dengue cases in the Americas exceed 3 million this year, the second-highest annual incidence since 1980. The recent article published in the Nature science journal revealed some of the main reasons behind the surge in dengue cases in America. Primary Causes for the Surge of …

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1 year, 4 months ago

Delhi: ₹1,000 fine for mosquito breeding amid dengue threat after floods

Hindustan Times

With dengue spreading as flood waters recede, the Delhi government on Friday increased fines for mosquito breeding - ₹1000 for households and ₹5000 for commercial establishments, announced Health Minister Saurabh Bhardwaj. 'Floods in Delhi may increase dengue cases' Earlier, Mayor Shelly Oberoi warned of potential increases in dengue and malaria cases due to flooding in certain areas. Dengue and malaria …

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1 year, 5 months ago

27 dengue cases in Delhi over the last week, likely to go up

Hindustan Times

With parts of the city battling waterlogging and flooding over the last week, Delhi has reported 27 cases of dengue in the weekly cycle ending on July 15, the routine vector-borne disease report issued by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi said. Public health department officials of the civic body said that as the water recedes in the low-lying areas, the …

Health Delhi Cases Dengue Report Mosquito Mcd

1 year, 5 months ago

Dengue cases on rise in India; tips to protect yourself from the mosquito-borne disease

India TV News

Dengue cases are on the rise in India due to monsoon. Several parts of India, including Odisha, Assam and Kerala are already recording an increase in dengue cases. This worrying trend has prompted health experts to issue warnings and advice on how to protect oneself from the mosquito-borne disease. Dengue is a tropical disease caused by four different viruses, all …

India Dengue Mosquito Protect Dengue Cases

1 year, 5 months ago

Virus spread by mosquitoes increases risk of premature births

The Telegraph

A virus spread by mosquito bites increases the risk of premature births, a study has found. Data show infected pregnant mothers are 77 per cent more likely to give birth before 32 weeks, while the virus more than doubles the risk of a child being born at an extremely low weight. “On average, a dengue infection during pregnancy reduces birth …

Dengue Pregnant Women Mosquito Birth Weight Maternal Dengue

1 year, 5 months ago

Tiger mosquito alert as Weert is stung for second time

Dutch News

A tiger mosquito has been spotted on an industrial estate in Weert in Limburg for the first time this summer, prompting action by food and consumer product safety body NVWA. The NVWA will be removing all breeding places in a radius of 500 metres around the site from Monday, as well as using pesticides to combat the distinctive black-and-white mosquito, …

Limburg Nvwa Tiger Mosquito Alert Mosquito Alert Weert Tiger Mosquito

54 years, 11 months ago

A Bill Gates-tied mosquito project is not responsible for recent US malaria cases

Associated Press

CLAIM: Rare malaria cases reported in Florida and Texas recently were caused by a disease-control initiative backed by Bill Gates that involved releasing genetically modified mosquitoes in the U.S. AP’S ASSESSMENT: False. One tweet reads: “Malaria has been detected in Florida and Texas, CONVENIENTLY two states where Bill Gates was experimenting with GMO mosquitoes.” “JOIN THE DOTS - Bill Gates …

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1 year, 5 months ago

Mosquito surveillance must include non-residential urban environments

The Hindu

A longitudinal study conducted between February 2021 and June 2022 in Bengaluru city has found how urbanisation affects mosquito ecology and how mosquito species diversity and abundance changes across macro and microhabitats. While water containers, discarded grinding stones, tyres and plastic containers served as perfect man-made larval habitats, the way mosquitoes interact with larval habitats in different macrohabitats did play …

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