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Drexel scientists discover a ‘beneficial use for mosquitoes for the first time’

January 19, 2026January 19, 2026 · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Local News

Researchers at Drexel University and the McGill University in Montreal have demonstrated that the needle-like proboscis that mosquitoes use to suck blood can function as a dispenser tip in…

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Uh Oh: Male Mosquitoes Can Feed on Our Blood, Too

December 26, 2025December 27, 2025 · Gadgets

The mosquito scourge might somehow be even worse than we thought. Intriguing research out this month finds it isn’t just females that are capable of sucking our blood—males…

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Western Minnesota woman moves to assisted living after being diagnosed with West Nile virus

September 5, 2025September 5, 2025 · Minneapolis, Minnesota Local News

A western Minnesota woman is speaking out about her life-changing experience with West Nile virus amid a rise in reported cases. Clarissa Sparkl, 37, of Montevideo, experienced a…

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Maryland health department confirms 1st human case of West Nile virus this year – WTOP News

August 22, 2025August 22, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

The Maryland Department of Health said Friday that an adult living in central Maryland has tested positive for West Nile virus, which is the first confirmed human case…

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DC Health urges residents to take precautions after several birds test positive for West Nile virus – WTOP News

August 20, 2025August 20, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

Health officials in D.C. are urging residents across the city to take precaution after four birds in four different neighborhoods tested positive for West Nile virus last month.…

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Maps show states with West Nile virus, EEE as cases of mosquito-borne illnesses spread

Maps show states with West Nile virus, EEE as cases of mosquito-borne illnesses spread

September 3, 2024September 3, 2024 · Detroit, Michigan Local News

More cases of mosquito-borne diseases — including West Nile virus and eastern equine encephalitis — are being reported in the U.S., prompting questions about where exactly the illnesses…

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Residents in Massachusetts towns urged to stay inside over mosquito-borne virus

Residents in Massachusetts towns urged to stay inside over mosquito-borne virus

August 23, 2024August 23, 2024 · Miami, Florida Local News

Residents in Massachusetts towns urged to stay inside over mosquito-borne virus – CBS News Watch CBS News The risk of a dangerous virus spread by mosquitoes has four…

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Can CBD Take The Sting Out Of Summer Bug Bites

Can CBD Take The Sting Out Of Summer Bug Bites

July 10, 2024July 12, 2024 · Cannabis

We are in the middle of summer, the time to enjoy the great outdoors with bbqs, picnics, beach trips, hiking or just gardening outside. You let the body…

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Spring mosquitoes expected to emerge in coming weeks, experts say

Spring mosquitoes expected to emerge in coming weeks, experts say

April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 · Minneapolis, Minnesota Local News

MINNEAPOLIS — April showers bring May flowers, but they also bring mosquitoes. The buzzing, bites and bumps are back. “We found our first larva at the end of February,…

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Warmer Winters Could Bring Mosquitoes Sooner Than Expected ! Get Ready NY ! – Southwest Journal

Warmer Winters Could Bring Mosquitoes Sooner Than Expected ! Get Ready NY ! – Southwest Journal

March 18, 2024March 18, 2024 · Minneapolis, Minnesota Local News

In recent weeks, Rochester residents have enjoyed unusually warm weather, leading to an earlier appearance of mosquitoes. According to Kaitlin Stack Whitney, an assistant professor and leader of…

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Bangladesh’s worst ever dengue outbreak a ‘canary in the coal mine’ for climate crisis, WHO expert warns | CNN

Bangladesh’s worst ever dengue outbreak a ‘canary in the coal mine’ for climate crisis, WHO expert warns | CNN

September 6, 2023September 6, 2023 · Breaking News

CNN  —  Bangladesh is battling its worst dengue outbreak on record, with more than 600 people killed and 135,000 cases reported since April, the World Health Organization said…

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Nitecore Portable Mosquito Repeller Scares off Skeeters

Nitecore Portable Mosquito Repeller Scares off Skeeters

July 13, 2023February 19, 2024 · Gadgets

Do you hate mosquitoes as much as we do? This tiny gadget from Nitecore is designed to keep the little biting pests away while camping or enjoying other…

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Your Next Mosquito Repellent Might Already Be in Your Shower

Your Next Mosquito Repellent Might Already Be in Your Shower

May 10, 2023May 25, 2023 · Health

For as long as I can remember, I have been that friend—the one who, from May to November, gets invited to every outdoor soiree. It’s not because I…

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