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Mosquito
As Israel heats up, mosquitoes pose a growing health risk
Climate change is fueling more outbreaks of mosquito-borne diseases; should we be worried, and what can be done?
Guy Tabak, Zavit
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09.04.25
Chikungunya virus outbreak in China: Thousands infected amid aggressive containment measures
China faces its largest-ever chikungunya outbreak with over 7,700 cases, mostly in Foshan; authorities deploy forced hospitalizations, drones and fines to contain the virus spread as concerns grow over local transmission
Tzur Gueta
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08.08.25
Why mosquitoes bite some people more than others
Summer brings sharp rise in mosquito bites, causing discomfort for many; only female mosquitoes bite for egg development; factors like blood type, body heat and sweat composition affect bite frequency; natural prevention and relief methods can help
Dr. Yael Benvenisti
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07.22.25
New mosquito species discovered in Tanzania could aid malaria fight
New genetically distinct mosquito in Tanzania’s Anopheles gambiae complex may affect malaria transmission; researchers urge further study to refine monitoring and boost disease control in endemic areas
Yogev Israeli
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05.07.25
Dengue fever in Thailand, who should get vaccinated before traveling?
Dozens of Israelis contract dengue fever while traveling in Thailand, mainly during holidays and summer, as experts warn of severe symptoms and complications, with no area in Thailand free of risk—not even Koh Samui or Koh Phangan
Or Hadar
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04.18.25
Israel's West Nile fever cases spike 75% in two days
Health Ministry reports 153 Israelis have so far contracted virus, resulting in 11 fatalities
Adir Yanko
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07.04.24
Another patient dies from West Nile virus; infected mosquitoes detected at Ben Gurion Airport
Health Ministry says 42 people have been diagnosed with West Nile fever and 36 of them have been hospitalized, with five on ventilators
Adir Yanko
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06.25.24
What you should know about West Nile fever
Dr. Shai Reicher explains what attracts mosquitos to humans in the first place and how you can protect yourself from contracting the virus
Nir (Shoko) Cohen
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06.20.24
Researcher says female mosquitos are attracted to these colors
Researchers at the University of Washington, led by Professor Jeffrey Riffell, are studying mosquito sensory systems and feeding behaviors, particularly their sense of smell and visual cues
Ynetnews
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06.19.24
Mosquitoes infected with West Nile Fever detected in Israel
Thus far, 2 of the 7 infected by the virus since the start of the year, have died; Environmental Protection Ministry experts say climate change, increases risk and more and more people are exposed to mosquito bites
Ynetnews
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08.24.23
Two Israeli travelers infected in Thailand with rare strain of malaria
In order to contract this strain, a mosquito must first bite an infected monkey and then bite a human; it is not common in Thailand and is extremely rare among travelers
Adir Yanko
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08.15.23
Dengue fever outbreak in Egypt worries Israel
The disease, whose symptoms can include extreme fever leading to immobility and loss of appetite, is mainly transmitted via mosquitos which are prevalent in Israel
Attila Somfalvi, Nir Cohen
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07.23.23
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