West Nile virus cases running higher than normal, prompting health warnings
West Nile virus infections are intense so far this year, with case counts running 40% higher than normal, health officials say.
Sep 11, 2025
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Chemical Actions and Uses: News and Research on Insect Repellents
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CDC warns travelers after 8,000+ chikungunya cases reported in China
Health officials in China are reporting more than 8,000 cases of chikungunya, a virus spread by mosquitoes that can cause fever and painful joints.
Aug 8, 2025
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Colorado's first human cases of West Nile virus in 2025 confirmed in Adams County
Colorado's first human cases of West Nile virus this year were confirmed in two people who contracted the disease in Adams County, public health officials said on July 17.
Jul 18, 2025
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Combined use of insect repellent and sunscreen may reduce UV protection
A new study conducted by CNRS researchers on the combined use of sunscreen and an insect repellent that is among the best selling in France during summer concludes that UV2 protection decreases after application of the mixture. ...
Mar 18, 2025
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Flesh-eating parasite with 'sharp mouth hooks' has US on alert for first time since 1966
A recent detection of a flesh-eating parasite in southern Mexico has U.S. officials concerned that the previously eradicated New World Screwworm (NWS) could make its way back into the country for the first time since the ...
Jan 5, 2025
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French territory Guadeloupe declares dengue epidemic
The overseas French territory of Guadeloupe declared a dengue epidemic on Thursday, with authorities noting the outbreak was being driven by a less common strain of the mosquito-borne disease.
Nov 15, 2024
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Tularemia infection surge prompts warning, especially for Minnesota cat owners
An increase in tularemia infections in Minnesota animals prompted a warning from state health officials, particularly to cat owners, who could get sick if their pets get infected and scratch or bite them.
Jun 21, 2024
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Hungry ticks can use this static trick to land on you and your pets
Hungry ticks have some slick tricks. They can zoom through the air using static electricity to latch onto people, pets and other animals, new research shows.
Jul 1, 2023
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Tick bite? What you should do to reduce your chances of getting sick
Tick bites can make people sick and may spread Lyme disease and many other illnesses. A bite from one type of tick can even lead to a meat allergy. Tick exposure can occur year-round, but ticks are most active during warmer ...
Apr 4, 2023
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