Mosquitoes2 days agoWhy are thousands of mosquitoes being released in Washington DC?Although counter intuitive, the male insects are being released as a form of pest control in the capital city.2 days ago6 days agoWhat is the mosquito-borne disease Sri Lanka is using drones to fight?Dengue has killed 56 people and infected more than 77,000 in the South Asian nation this year.6 days ago29 Jun 2026Herm campers advised to bring mosquito precautionsThe island team is advising people to cover up after dusk, as visitors report an increase.29 Jun 20262 Apr 2026First cases of mosquito-borne virus found in blackbirds in ScotlandAnalysis confirmed the Usutu virus in birds found dead in Arran.2 Apr 202631 Mar 2026Mosquito study welcomed in village 'plagued' by insectsA Ballykelly mum whose daughter needed treatment for mosquito bites welcomes a QUB study into insect numbers in Northern Ireland.31 Mar 20269 Mar 2026Why are mosquitoes already biting?The warm winter means mosquitoes are waking earlier than expected.9 Mar 202627 Aug 2025'One mosquito bite dramatically changed my life'A Hampshire man who caught West Nile virus in India is raising awareness of the disease.27 Aug 202528 May 2025Kent 'perfect place' for new mosquitos to enter UKProfessor Jonathan Ball suspects climate change means mosquitos will "increase their range".28 May 202521 May 2025Scientists propose novel way of treating mosquitoes for malariaNormally the insects are targeted with insecticide, but US researchers say anti-malaria drugs absorbed through their legs can stop them spreading disease.21 May 2025...
