The rising threat of disease-carrying mosquitoes and heat-related deaths

A health worker educates a community about the dangers of mosquitoborne diseases during a public awareness event in a hot, humid environment.

In recent months, regions such as Southeast Asia and parts of the Americas have reported surges in mosquito populations, coinciding with unusually high temperatures. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) noted a 30% increase in reported dengue cases in the Americas in 2023 compared to the previous year, highlighting the urgent need for … Read more