Florida to release millions of genetically modified mosquitoes
It sounds like the premise for a 1950s horror movie: release 750 million genetically altered mosquitoes in the...
Flesh-eating bacteria might be spread by mosquitoes in Australia
Cases of infections from a flesh-eating bacteria seem to be increasing in Australia. The bacteria Mycobacterium...
Brazil unleashes millions of genetically modified mosquitoes to combat Zika
Mosquitoes are an annoyance to nearly everyone who encounters them, and the little buzzers are responsible for...
CDC issues historic Zika virus warning for northern Miami
Fourteen cases of Zika virus have been reported in the Miami area, leading Center for Disease Control (CDC) officials...
Biotrap is the world's first 100% biodegradable mosquito trap
If you're concerned about the Zika virus or simply keen to prevent pesky mosquito bites, you may not have to use...
Millions of genetically altered mosquitoes are being released in the Cayman Islands to fight Zika
Not only are mosquitoes annoying, but they are absolutely devastating to public health because they spread disease...
WHO warns yellow fever could be "a threat for the entire world"
Nearly 2,000 people are thought to be suffering from yellow fever in the southern African nation of Angola, as...
World's largest 'mosquito factory' in China to release 20 million bugs a week
Mosquitoes may be small, but they are a pretty big problem when it comes to public health in many areas of the...
Manipulating mosquito DNA could lead to a world without malaria
Mosquitoes are a pain in the, well, wherever they get you. The little flying insects are known around the world...
Millions of genetically modified mosquitoes may be released in Florida
In an attempt to curb outbreaks of two devastating tropical diseases in the Florida Keys, the FDA is proposing...
DIY: 5 All-Natural Insect Traps and Deterrents You Can Make at Home
Summertime brings a wealth of fun to the world, doesn't it? The days are long and warm, flowers perfume the air...
DIY: Homemade Insect Repellent Sprays and Lotions
'Tis the season for camping trips and beach parties, barbecues and patio drinks, and you can bet that insects of...
Potentially Deadly Tiger Mosquitoes Invade New Jersey
Image via Shutterstock New Jersey residents are being told to brace for an infestation of disease-carrying mosquitoes...
Thousands of Webby Treehouses Spun by Spiders Stave Off Malaria in Pakistan
After getting washed out by last year's devastating floods in Pakistan, millions of spiders have been building...
