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health13 days ago•2 min saved

Scientists Warn of Global Spread of Disease-Carrying Insects

A study in Nature Communications warns that the global spread of mosquitoes through trade and travel has increased significantly since the 1950s, raising the risk of vector-borne diseases like West Nile virus and encephalitis, which pose serious health and economic challenges. The expansion is driven by global shipping, trade routes, and climate change, emphasizing the need for preventive measures such as protective clothing and eliminating standing water.

via Yahoo|

#disease-spread #global-trade #health

health29 days ago•9 min saved

Global Mosquito-Borne Disease Has Cure, But Challenges Remain

A promising antiviral drug called mosnodenvir has shown effectiveness in preventing dengue infection, but Johnson & Johnson has abandoned its development, leaving a critical gap in treatment options as dengue spreads globally due to climate change.

via Vox|

#antiviral #dengue #disease-spread

health1 month ago•2 min saved

Researchers Warn of Surge in Dangerous Disease, Now 50-100 Times More Prevalent

Researchers warn that the mosquito species Aedes aegypti has become 50 to 100 times more common in transmitting diseases like dengue, Zika, and chikungunya due to its evolution and global spread, driven by climate change and urbanization, posing increased health risks worldwide.

via Yahoo|

#aedes-aegypti #dengue #disease-spread

environment2 months ago•11 min saved

Mosquito Carrying Disease Arrives in Rocky Mountains for the First Time

Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, native to tropical regions and carriers of diseases like dengue and Zika, have been found thriving in Grand Junction, Colorado, due to warmer winters and climate change, raising concerns about potential disease outbreaks in the region.

via Inside Climate News|

#aedes-aegypti #climate-change #colorado

health2 months ago•2 min saved

Authorities Warn of Disease Spread Across US Region

Authorities in California are concerned about the spread of the invasive Aedes aegypti mosquito, which can transmit diseases like dengue and Zika, as it expands across multiple counties, driven by climate change and urbanization. Efforts include increased surveillance and community participation to control its spread, highlighting the need for environmental action to address broader ecological impacts.

via Yahoo|

#aedes-aegypti #california #climate-change

environment3 months ago•3 min saved

Florida and Mississippi report multiple cases of deadly deer disease

Wildlife officials in Florida have identified a second case of chronic wasting disease, also known as 'zombie deer disease,' prompting emergency measures to contain its spread, which poses a significant threat to local deer populations and hunting activities.

via The Guardian|

#cwd #deer-management #disease-spread

health3 months ago•2 min saved

Health Officials Warn of Rising Tick-Borne Disease Threats in the US

Ontario County in the US faces a public health emergency due to a rapid increase in tick-borne illnesses like Lyme disease, with 296 cases reported in 2025, driven by warmer weather and increased deer populations. Local officials are implementing awareness campaigns and deer management plans to combat the spread and protect vulnerable populations, especially children and the elderly.

via The Cool Down|

#disease-spread #health #lyme-disease

health4 months ago•6 min saved

Invasive Mosquitoes Detected in South Ashland

Invasive aedes aegypti mosquitoes, capable of spreading diseases like Zika and dengue, have been found in south Ashland, prompting local vector control efforts and public awareness campaigns to eliminate standing water and prevent further spread.

via Ashland News|

#aedes-aegypti #ashland #disease-spread

environment4 months ago•4 min saved

White-nose Disease Fatal to Bats at Libby Dam

A colony of bats near Libby Dam in Montana tested positive for white-nose syndrome, a deadly fungal disease that has killed millions of bats across North America. While no symptoms were observed yet, the detection raises concerns about the disease's spread and impact on local ecosystems and agriculture. Efforts including monitoring, research, and vaccination are underway to contain the disease and protect bat populations.

via Daily Inter Lake|

#bats #conservation #disease-spread

health5 months ago•2 min saved

Invasive Mosquitoes Threaten Bay Area and Sacramento Counties

Two aggressive, disease-causing Aedes aegypti mosquitoes were found in Livermore, California, marking the first detection in the area. Residents are urged to eliminate standing water and take protective measures to prevent the spread of diseases like dengue and Zika.

via Patch|

#aedes-aegypti #alameda-county #disease-spread

health5 months ago•5 min saved

Rising temperatures boost tick populations, increasing disease risks

Rising temperatures and human land use changes are expanding the habitat of ticks that carry Lyme disease, leading to increased cases and emergency care for tick bites in North America. Experts emphasize the importance of quick tick removal and protective clothing to prevent disease transmission, as climate change and landscape management contribute to the spread of tick-borne illnesses.

via AOL.com|

#climate-change #disease-spread #health

health7 months ago•3 min saved

Researchers warn of deadly snail-borne disease spreading to new areas

Researchers warn that climate change is facilitating the spread of schistosomiasis, a parasitic disease carried by snails, leading to outbreaks in new regions and disproportionately affecting marginalized populations, especially women and girls, with potential health and reproductive consequences.

via Yahoo|

#climate-change #disease-spread #health

health7 months ago•4 min saved

Rare Tick-Borne Disease Spreads to Virginia

A rare tick-borne disease called babesiosis, caused by a parasite similar to malaria, is increasingly spreading into Virginia, with cases rising over the past decade, especially along the Eastern Shore. The disease, transmitted by deer ticks, can cause flu-like symptoms and severe complications in vulnerable populations. Public health officials advise preventive measures against tick bites and proper tick removal to reduce infection risk.

via WHRO|

#babesiosis #disease-spread #health

science7 months ago•3 min saved

Genetic Adaptation Enabled the Black Death's Long-Term Survival

A genetic change in the Yersinia pestis bacterium, responsible for the Black Death, prolonged its pandemics by reducing its virulence, allowing infected rodents to live longer and spread the disease more effectively, providing new insights into the persistence of historical plagues and disease evolution.

via Gizmodo|

#black-death #disease-spread #genetic-mutation

health7 months ago•3 min saved

Ancient Leprosy Predated European Contact in the Americas

A recent study reveals that a different species of leprosy-causing bacteria, Mycobacterium lepromatosis, existed in the Americas for at least a thousand years before European contact, challenging previous beliefs that leprosy was only introduced by Europeans through Mycobacterium leprae. The research highlights the ancient presence and diversity of leprosy pathogens in the New World, emphasizing the complex history of disease transmission and the importance of understanding natural reservoirs to prevent modern outbreaks.

via DW|

#americas #disease-spread #health