The dengue virus is transmitted to humans via the bite of an infected mosquito. Only a few mosquito species are vectors for the dengue virus. What is a vector? A vector is a vehicle that carries and ...

Singapore is ramping up its fight against dengue fever, announcing a significant expansion of its Wolbachia program, CNA reports. The initiative involves releasing male Wolbachia-carrying Aedes ...

A novel disease prevention strategy—targeting a mosquito that spreads the dengue virus—significantly reduces both the mosquito numbers and cases of disease across a community, finds a major new study.

A species of mosquito commonly found in tropical regions was found in Oregon for the first time, the Oregon Health Authority said Thursday. The mosquitos found in Jackson County were identified as ...