The Japanese encephalitis virus is a rare but serious infection that affects the central nervous system, primarily transmitted through the bite of infected mosquitoes. Recently, 60 local government ...

Insect repellents are the most common way to prevent mozzie bites. Here’s what the science says about their safety profile.

As summer approaches, a new health concern has emerged in Victoria with the first detection of the Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) in mosquitoes at Horsham, located 300 kilometers north-west of ...

Vadodara: Imagine a cotton fabric that not only keeps mosquitoes at bay but also shields you from harmful UV rays and fights ...

Mosquitoes pierce thin fabric with needle-like proboscises. IIT-Delhi’s new detergent embeds repellent in clothes, cutting mosquito landings and offering wash-renewable protection against rising ...

In a bid to curb mosquito-borne diseases like dengue, malaria and chikungunya, researchers at the Indian Institute of ...

The Ohio Department of Health has documented 50 cases of LaCrosse/California encephalitis (LACV) virus within the state —which is the highest nationally. Although West Nile virus is its much more ...

Researchers at Arizona State University are studying Culex mosquito adaptations across Phoenix amid more intense heat.

Summer in the UK is perfect for enjoying gardens, beaches, countryside walks, and camping trips. But it also brings an unwelcome companion, biting insects. Mosquitoes, midges, and ticks aren't just ...