UK Lyme disease cases could be three-times higher than previous estimates
Research suggests that in the UK, new cases of tick-borne Lyme disease could be three-times higher than previous estimates, possibly exceeding 8000 cases in 2019.
Browsing: Vector-Borne
Modulating arbovirus infection via mosquito saliva – an interview with Daniella Lefteri
In this interview we speak to Daniella Lefteri about her research on modulating arbovirus infection by targeting mosquito saliva, and what avenues this could present for new antiviral treatments.
Transgenic fungus reduces malaria mosquito populations
New research has assessed a genetically engineered fungus for the control of malaria mosquitoes in the first semi-field trial, demonstrating that populations were reduced by more than 99%.
Rising vector-borne diseases result from Venezuela’s ongoing crisis
A review of Venezuela’s current crisis has given cause for concern, highlighting the increased rate of re-emergence and spread of vector-borne diseases such as malaria, Chagas disease, dengue and Zika virus.
A peek behind the paper – Prof. Mohamed El Zowalaty on arboviral infections
Take a look behind the scenes of a recent Future Virology paper as we ask author Prof. Mohamed El Zowalaty about the challenges facing the field of arboviruses, from climate change to urbanization, both in South Africa and across the world.
CRISPR–Cas9 gene drive used to collapse malaria-carrying mosquito populations
Researchers from Imperial College London have reported their recent success in using ‘gene drive’ technology to block female mosquito reproduction, resulting in the total collapse of caged populations of Anopheles gambiae in as little as 7–11 generations.
NIAID warns tick-borne diseases a growing threat
A perspective piece from authors at NIAID has highlighted tick-borne disease as a growing threat in the US, and has emphasized the need for more research.
Vector-borne disease: an increasing problem for the United States
A CDC report has shown that infection rates of diseases transmitted via the bite of an infected mosquito, tick or flea have tripled in the United States since the year 2004.
Are flies a significant method of bacterial transmission?
Researchers have analyzed the microbiomes of flies, suggesting that these insects could have more disease-carrying potential than previously thought.
Madagascar’s plague outbreak – situation update
The plague outbreak in Madagascar is continuing to evolve, according to a situation update issued by the WHO on October 9th highlighting almost 400 cases.
