A virus that has typically been only found in warmer climates is on the rise in the US and is likely here to stay.

With dengue cases surging every single day, it is important not just to take preventive measures but also to learn how these mosquitoes are different from others. Distinct properties like bites ...

There’s a bit of a nip in the air and people are wearing more covered-up clothing, so nobody is swatting away mosquitos like ...

There are also numerous reports demonstrating mosquitoes don’t bite when they land on DEET-treated skin. This is because DEET ...

A new biological pest control method that targets the lifespan of female insects could significantly reduce the threat of ...

A biotechnology firm has been seeking approval from the federal government to release genetically modified mosquitoes in ...

GENETICALLY engineered “toxic male” mosquitoes could help kill off disease-spreading females. Scientists say the gene-hacked ...

They can then pair with females – whose bite transmits diseases among humans – and eventually reduce the overall mosquito population (see graphic). Dengue viruses are spread to people through ...

Researchers say the Toxic Male Technique could significantly reduce the threat of insect pests such as disease-carrying ...

The Hawaii Department of Health says the year 2024 ended with a total of 16 travel-related dengue cases in the state.

The Hawai‘i Department of Health reports a new travel-related dengue virus case on Oʻahu, raising the state's total to 16 in ...