Pathogenos

Science, Microbes, and Latinos

Month: November 2025

Inside the Aedes Mosquito: Which Arbovirus Wins the Battle for Your Blood?

Aedes aegypti mosquitoes transmit dengue, Zika, and chikungunya, but chikungunya dominates infection rates in Mérida, Yucatán. This study highlights how mosquito density influences transmission and why accurate surveillance is critical for preventing outbreaks.

Artificial Light at Night Raises Your Risk of Dengue, Zika, and Chikungunya

Artificial light at night (ALAN) is more than an environmental nuisance, it’s a growing public health risk. A new study reveals that brief exposure to nighttime light can double the biting rate of Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, heightening the risk of dengue, Zika, and chikungunya transmission across Latin America’s rapidly urbanizing regions. As cities grow brighter, so does the hidden danger buzzing in the dark.

Aedes Mosquitoes: The Global Threat Behind Dengue, Zika, and Chikungunya

Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquitoes are key vectors behind dengue, Zika, and chikungunya. Discover how their feeding habits, infection rates, and adaptability fuel global arbovirus outbreaks.

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