Winegard is particularly interested in wars and conquests, and argues that, for much of military history, deaths caused by mosquitoes far outnumbered, and were more decisive than, deaths in battle.

When the COVID-19 pandemic swept across the globe in early 2020, the world came to a halt. Governments imposed lockdowns, economies slowed, and societies collectively braced themselves for a health ...

A recent study reveals that some individuals are more attractive to mosquitoes due to high levels of specific fatty acids on their skin. These carboxylic acids, produced by skin bacteria ...

While it does have long roots that extend down, you should be able to remove it without too much effort. Water hyacinth isn't toxic to humans, but since it can hide mosquitoes, wear protective ...

“Male mosquitoes rely on the sound of female wings to find mates. Therefore, mosquito hearing is a promising target for preventing the reproduction of mosquitoes,” noted Professor Kamikouchi. With ...

Getting vaccinated against yellow fever is important, especially for those living in or planning to travel to a region impacted by an outbreak. Individuals can also attempt to prevent the mosquito ...

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Mosquitoes don’t care to have heat and light reflected at them, so colors that reflect these things are threats to the bugs. One interesting additional component is the presence of carbon dioxide. The ...

Mosquitoes are more attracted to people with high body heat, dark clothing, and higher carbon dioxide output – like those exercising or pregnant. Genetics may play a major role; a study suggests ...

OHIO — For the last few weeks, you’ve probably heard us talk about midges multiple times, and now you’ll hear more about mosquitoes and ticks. “As the weather has warmed up in recent weeks ...

A mosquito pool collected from Lake in the Hills on June 2 tested positive for the virus, making the pool the first mosquitoes to test positive for West Nile for the 2025 season, the McHenry ...