Tag: Mosquito-borne Diseases

West Nile virus has been discovered in mosquitoes collected in the UK for the first time, according to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). The virus, which is primarily transmitted to humans through mosquito...

A new system has been introduced to monitor donated blood in response to concerns about the possibility of newly emerging viruses making their way to the UK. Health experts are worried that certain diseases...

Climate change is causing a significant increase in dengue fever cases worldwide, according to a recent study. The study estimates that nearly 20% of dengue cases can be attributed to climate change, and this...

Scientists from the UK have issued a warning about the potential risk of dengue fever spreading to popular European holiday destinations. The disease, carried by Asian tiger mosquitoes, has been increasingly seen in parts...

Understanding Eastern Equine Encephalitis Virus Transmission by MosquitoesEastern equine encephalitis (EEE) is a rare but deadly mosquito-borne disease that has reemerged this summer, causing concern in the northeastern United States. The virus, which can...

West Nile virus is a serious mosquito-borne disease that can lead to severe illness and even death. The virus is present throughout the U.S., with most cases occurring between July and October. The first...