Scientists unlock how Zika virus hijacks our skin to be a "mosquito magnet"
While Zika has been reported in more than 90 countries, surprisingly little is known about what exactly drives Zika ...
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14 Mosquito bite memes that are too relatable
But in the internet age, where every annoyance is fodder for comedy gold, the humble mosquito bite has transcended its itchy ...
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Zika virus turns human skin into a mosquito magnet, enhancing viral spread
Prevention focuses on mosquito control and avoiding mosquito bites, especially as the virus makes the skin more attractive to mosquitoes, facilitating quicker bites and transmission. The article ...
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‘His body is not fighting’: Plain Township man dies after contracting West Nile virus
His family never suspected that his favorite pastime would lead to his death at age 76. Mike died Dec. 26 from complications ...
Some viruses prefer mosquitoes to humans, but people get sick anyway
Humans have an exceptional ability to deal with viruses. In most cases, your immune system is able to fight an infection. On ...
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Some viruses prefer mosquitoes to humans, but people get sick anyway − a virologist and entomologist explain why
From the perspective of viruses spread by insects, or arboviruses, making the evolutionary leap from insects to humans is a tough battle. Viruses cannot replicate very well in humans, which means ...