Can climate change accelerate transmission of malaria? Pioneering research sheds light on impacts of temperature
The results suggest that an anticipated surge in malaria transmission may be less severe than feared, particularly in cooler regions.
Tag: mosquito-borne diseases
Puerto Rico declares an emergency as cases of dengue fever spike
Climate change layered on top of existing issues exacerbate community vulnerability to dengue and other mosquito-borne diseases.
Female mosquitoes rely on one another to choose the best breeding sites − and with the arrival of spring, they’re already on the hunt
Female Aedes aegypti mosquitoes are the main vector in the U.S. for diseases such as dengue, Zika and other viruses.
Too often left unsaid: the connection between climate change and health
FIU recently convened experts in the nation's capital to discuss how climate change is impacting human health.
Unlocking the heat in mosquito modeling: Exploring disease transmission under climate change
A study that looked at thermal adaptation in mosquitoes found that temperature tolerance could shift within just 10 generations.
Satellites power research on Earth’s challenges
University of Miami scientist Julius Dewald believes his research using satellite images to fight climate change holds great potential.
Forecasts raise concerns over mosquito-borne illnesses in Florida; endangered right whale found dead
Last year, Florida had its largest dengue outbreak in more than 75 years and first locally transmitted malaria in more ...
Florida’s coasts face opposite rainfall extremes; lawmakers discuss diversifying energy used in state
Florida's southeast coast has received sometimes-record rainfall while much of the Gulf of Mexico coast faces a drought.
‘Heat is something that is dangerous to everyone’ — Climate journalist Jeff Goodell discusses his new book on the risks of rising temperatures
Goodell spoke at the University of Florida about his new book, 'The Heat Will Kill You First: Life and Death ...
Climate change contributing to spread of mosquito-borne illnesses; South Florida named national climate technology hub
Dengue fever is one of many mosquito-borne illnesses to creep back onto U.S. soil recently.
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