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Scientists race to fight mosquitoes as warming climate extends their season
Original: Scientists explore new ways to target mosquitoes as warming climate expands threat
Scientists are developing new methods to control mosquitoes, the animal that kills more people than any other on Earth. As the climate warms, mosquito seasons are growing longer, giving the insects more time to spread dangerous diseases such as malaria and dengue. Reports highlight how shifting temperatures are expanding the disease threat into new regions and prompting fresh research into targeting the insects.
Why now: Rising temperatures are lengthening mosquito seasons and expanding disease risk, making the topic newly urgent.
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- Scientists explore new ways to target mosquitoes as warming climate expands threat · PBS News
It doesn't have sharp teeth or claws, but the mosquito kills more people than any other animal on earth. As the climate warms, mosquito season is lasting longer, giving them more time to spread dangerous diseases. Ben Tracy with Climate Central reports on why the insects are…
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