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New Study On Vaccine To Help Protect Against Mosquito-borne Diseases
By Anne Collins | Feb 23, 2017 07:40 AM ESTThe experimental vaccine is being developed by two London companies who are looking for 60 volunteers to start the clinical trials. The Phase 1 clinical trial is expected to be complete by summer 2018.
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According To Researchers, These Are The Most Effective Mosquito Repellents
By Minnow Blythe | Feb 20, 2017 08:50 AM ESTA comparison study tested a number of mosquito repellent products available in the market to determine which type is the most effective mosquito repellent.
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Congo Yellow Fever: Outbreak Ends in Congo
By Anne Collins | Feb 16, 2017 07:40 AM ESTTwo months after Angola had declared an end to yellow fever, Congot finally followed after aggressive vaccination campaigns last year.
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After Zika Virus, Brazil Investigates Dozens Of Yellow Fever Cases
By Beatrix Smith | Jan 24, 2017 11:09 PM ESTBrazil is now experiencing another mosquito-borne illness outbreak. Health officials confirmed that there are 47 cases of Yellow fever and 25 people have died.
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Dengue News: Scientists Have Finally Created Mosquitos Resistant to Virus
By Mara Tee | Jan 17, 2017 09:00 AM ESTScientist have created a genetically modified mosquitos that are resistant to Dengue virus.
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New Tropical Invasive Mosquitos Found in Florida
By Meiwa Javellana | Jan 16, 2017 11:23 PM ESTNew species of invasive tropical mosquitoes alarms Florida. People in Homestead, Boca Raton and Fort Lauderdale are on the lookout.
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Genetically Modified Malaria Vaccine Could Curb The Potentially-Fatal Mosquito-Borne Disease
By Angela Laguipo | Jan 06, 2017 11:11 AM ESTA genetically engineered malaria vaccine shows promise as a potent and effective vaccine against the potentially fatal disease.
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5 Natural Ways to Keep Mosquitoes Away this Summer
By Mariel Peralta | Jun 07, 2016 07:31 AM EDTMosquitoes are blood-sucking insects that can bring disease from their painful stings. Here are natural ways to keep them away.
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Zika Infection linked to Temporary Paralysis, Study Finds
By Cheri Cheng | Mar 01, 2016 09:35 AM ESTThe Zika virus has been linked to Guillain-Barré syndrome, a new study is reporting.
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WHO Says Women in Zika Regions can continue to Breastfeed
By Cheri Cheng | Feb 25, 2016 09:35 AM ESTThe World Health Organization (WHO) says it is ok for mothers living in Zika-affected regions to continue to breastfeed.
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Brazil to begin Sterilizing Mosquitoes with Gamma Rays to combat Zika
By Cheri Cheng | Feb 23, 2016 11:28 AM ESTBrazil will be combating Zika by sterilizing the mosquitoes that transmit the virus with gamma rays.
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South African Health Authorities Confirm First Zika Case
By Jenn Loro | Feb 22, 2016 10:00 AM ESTHealth authorities in South Africa has just confirmed its first case of Zika after a Colombian businessman tested positive for the virus after showing signs and symptoms associated with the mosquito-borne illness.
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Paul Allen Donates Grants worth $2 Million to combat Zika
By Cheri Cheng | Feb 20, 2016 12:41 AM ESTPhilanthropist Paul Allen announced that he would be donating $2 million in grants to help fight the Zika virus.
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Florida Health Authorities Issue Warning For Tourists As Virus Cases In The Region Rise Up To 22
By Mara Mayer | Feb 19, 2016 12:17 PM ESTFlorida health officials issue warning to tourists amid a statewide Zika surge and declared a public health emergency across 9 affected counties.
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WHO says $56 million is needed to Fight Zika
By Cheri Cheng | Feb 17, 2016 09:28 AM ESTThe World Health Organization (WHO) revealed that $56 million is needed to help combat the Zika virus until June.
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