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West Nile virus has been detected in Pittsfield. City officials urge residents to take these steps to limit exposure
7+ hour, 9+ min ago (772+ words) West Niles virus has been detected in Pittsfield for the first time this year." PITTSFIELD'West Nile virus has been detected in Pittsfield. However, every city and town in Berkshire County remains at low risk for West Nile virus. The virus…...
Sri Lanka to amend Mosquito Breeding Act as dengue soars
5+ hour, 7+ min ago (527+ words) The Prevention of Mosquito Breeding Act, No. 11 of 2007 is set to be amended to facilitate the control of mosquito-borne diseases. Accordingly, the proposed amendments have now been referred to the Attorney General for necessary legal advice, Dr. Prashila Samaraweera, Consultant…...
Dengue epidemic 2026: Lessons not learnt from previous epidemics
5+ hour, 7+ min ago (283+ words) By Dr Pradeep Kariyawasam Dengue outbreaks have been taking place in the country for 60 or more years, but the large-scale epidemics began only in the 21st century. There are basic understandings and actions that health officials must take if we wish…...
Habib calls for united efforts against dengue, drugs | National News
12+ hour, 10+ min ago (478+ words) State Minister for Road Transport and Railways Habibur Rashid Habib today called on political leaders, the administration and people from all walks of life to work together to strengthen cleanliness drives to prevent dengue and build a drug-free society. "It…...
Distribution of 1. 9 Million Mosquito Nets Begins in Three Eastern Provinces of Afghanistan
10+ hour, 22+ min ago (216+ words) The Ministry of Public Health has announced the launch of a campaign to distribute over 1. 9 million mosquito nets to prevent malaria and dengue in the provinces of Nangarhar, Kunar, and Laghman. This program aims to reduce the risk of infection…...
Dengue death toll rises to 47
20+ hour, 9+ min ago (79+ words) The Morning 11 Jul 2026 | BY Staff Writer Sri Lanka has recorded 67, 174 dengue cases and 47 related deaths so far this year, according to the National Dengue Control Unit. Acting Director Dr. Kapila Kannangara said 10, 685 cases were reported during the first nine days…...
$1. 2 M assault payout, 2. 3 M mosquitoes to release. Your Sacramento week in review
13+ hour, 9+ min ago (298+ words) Sacramento Bee Part of the Mc Clatchy Media Network Enjoy unlimited access to award-winning journalism. $0. 99 for 1 month, renewing at 9. 99 per month Before you head into the weekend, catch up on the week's biggest headlines from the Sacramento region, from a…...
Homegrown catnip rivals DEET as mosquito repellent
11+ hour, 13+ min ago (947+ words) A lotion made from catnip grown in Ugandan fields has been shown to repel mosquitoes as well as DEET, the synthetic chemical most repellents rely on. The catnip version, at 6% oil, cut landings on bare legs by about 8095% over the…...
Korea Disease Control Agency issues malaria advisory nationwide after heavy rains
15+ hour, 9+ min ago (623+ words) Mosquito density rises in Paju, Ganghwa and other risk areas as summer outdoor activities increase " Why was the malaria advisory issued? The KDCA conducts a mosquito surveillance program in malaria risk areas every year from April to October. The Ministry…...
Only 1 Connecticut town has detected West Nile virus every year for the past 5 years
11+ hour, 9+ min ago (18+ words) News-Times...