The Link Between Climate Change and Increased Mosquito Bite Risk
Dermatologist Lindsey Zubritsky explains that there are several factors that make some people more attractive to mosquitoes. Mosquitoes are attracted to sweat, higher body temperature, and certain chemicals like ammonia, uric acid, and lactic acid found in sweat. Drinking beer may also make a person more attractive to mosquitoes, although this is debated among experts. Additionally, the type and number of bacteria on a person's skin can affect their attractiveness to mosquitoes. Other factors such as blood type, wearing darker clothing, genetics, and pregnancy may also play a role. Ultimately, some people are simply more likely to be bitten by mosquitoes due to factors beyond their control.
