Des Moines bites into mosquito control program, reduces spraying and cuts testing
Big changes are coming to the city of Des Moines' mosquito control program to help address a $17 million deficit in the ...
First wind, then rain. Next come the mozzies. Here's how to reduce your risk of bites and infections
While some parts of southeast Queensland and northern New South Wales are still on alert for flooding, others are starting ...
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6 Effective Natural Ways To Relieve Mosquito Bites
Natural remedies that may help soothe mosquito bites include honey, aloe vera, chamomile tea, baking soda, onion, and more.
Japanese encephalitis virus detected in Brisbane for the first time, triggering health warnings
Queenslanders are being warned against getting bitten by mosquitoes after the Japanese encephalitis virus was found in ...
Gym lover’s warning after ‘mosquito bite’ turned out to be ‘severe’ bout of ringworm she’d caught from equipment
A ‘DISGUSTED’ gym lover has issued a warning others after what she thought was a mosquito bite turned out be to be a ‘severe’ ...
Mosquito Pain Receptors Are Less Sensitive in Extreme Heat
Fortunately, the researchers found that, even in high heat, the insects were still repelled by DEET, a common bug spray ...
How a turf war between lizards in Florida impacts mosquitoes and maybe your health
The more mosquitoes there are, the longer they stay active, and which species they bite all matters. With Florida under ...
Mosquitoes being genetically modified to kill the malaria parasite they carry
Scientists are genetically modifying mosquitoes in the hope of stopping the spread of malaria. The technique, which uses ...
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Mosquito pain receptors are less sensitive during extreme heat
Hotter temperatures may render natural insect repellents less effective against mosquitoes, according to a new study.