The Triple Threat of Mosquito-Borne Illnesses: A Cautionary Tale from New Hampshire

The Triple Threat of Mosquito-Borne Illnesses: A Cautionary Tale from New Hampshire In the quiet town of Kensington, New Hampshire, a harrowing tale of survival has emerged that underscores the lurking dangers of mosquito-borne illnesses. Joe Casey, a 55-year-old resident, found himself in a battle for his life after contracting not one, but three debilitating […]

Mosquitoes: A Growing Menace in the Wake of Hurricanes and Climate Change

Mosquitoes: A Growing Menace in the Wake of Hurricanes and Climate Change The recent onslaught of hurricanes and tropical storms, such as Helene and Debby, has left the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA) grappling with an unexpected surge in mosquito populations. This increase is not merely a nuisance but poses significant public health challenges. The […]

Extended Mosquito Season: A Growing Threat in New England and Beyond

Extended Mosquito Season: A Growing Threat in New England and Beyond As the crisp air of fall begins to sweep across New England, residents are finding themselves dealing with an unexpected nuisance: mosquitoes. This year, Maine and the entire New England region are experiencing a particularly bad year for mosquito-borne illnesses. This troubling trend is […]

Unprecedented Rise in Locally Acquired Dengue Cases in Los Angeles County

Unprecedented Rise in Locally Acquired Dengue Cases in Los Angeles County Los Angeles County is currently grappling with an unprecedented rise in locally acquired dengue cases, a situation that has prompted public health officials to launch an extensive investigation. On Wednesday, the Los Angeles Department of Public Health confirmed three cases of dengue in residents […]

What Would the World Look Like Without Mosquitoes?

What Would the World Look Like Without Mosquitoes? The rising cases of mosquito-borne diseases have caused significant concern among Americans and people worldwide. Diseases such as malaria, dengue fever, Zika virus, and West Nile virus are transmitted by mosquitoes, leading to over 700,000 human deaths per year. This alarming statistic has led many to ponder […]

Orange County Battles Mosquito-Borne Diseases: Dengue Fever and Sloth Fever

Orange County Battles Mosquito-Borne Diseases: Dengue Fever and Sloth Fever Orange County is currently grappling with a significant public health challenge posed by mosquito-borne diseases, notably dengue fever and the oropouche virus, commonly referred to as sloth fever. The county’s health authorities have recently identified two travel-related cases of the oropouche virus within the region. […]

Rhode Island’s Comprehensive Battle Against Mosquito-Borne Diseases

Rhode Island’s Comprehensive Battle Against Mosquito-Borne Diseases In an aggressive and comprehensive move to combat the rising threat of mosquito-borne diseases, Rhode Island is taking a multifaceted approach to protect its residents. This initiative includes aerial larvicide applications over 3,000 acres of swamps in Westerly and South Kingstown, as well as implementing ‘smart scheduling’ for […]

Triple E Virus: A Mosquito-Borne Disease Threatening Horses and Humans Alike

Triple E Virus: A Mosquito-Borne Disease Threatening Horses and Humans Alike The Triple E virus, also known as Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE), is a rare but deadly mosquito-borne disease that has recently been detected in multiple counties across New York and surrounding states. This virus is of significant concern due to its high mortality rate […]

Triple E Mosquito Virus Threat Prompts Massachusetts to Take Drastic Measures

Triple E Mosquito Virus Threat Prompts Massachusetts to Take Drastic Measures In a concerning turn of events, Massachusetts has been forced to close its municipal parks and fields to nighttime visitors due to the heightened risk of a potentially deadly mosquito-borne illness known as Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). This decision comes after a horse in […]