Mosquitoes

West Nile virus detected in mosquitoes in 3 regions

The Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Environmental Protection announced that mosquitoes carrying the West Nile fever virus were detected in 3 regional councils.

Man in his 70s dies after contracting West Nile Virus

Ten cases have been diagnosed since the start of the season, three patients remain hospitalized, and virus-carrying mosquitoes have been detected in several municipalities in central Israel.

Mosquitoes with West Nile Virus found in southern Israel

Environmental Protection Ministry warns Aravah Valley communities to closely monitor situation, prepare to carry out pest control.

Mosquitos carrying West Nile Virus found in southern Israel

Ministry demands Yerucham, Ramat Hanegev, local authorities take necessary action.

Mosquitoes carrying West Nile Virus detected earlier this year

Public called to take preventative measures: insect repellent, screens, eliminating sources of stagnant water.

Brain research gets a boost from mosquitoes

New versions of light-sensitive proteins could illuminate the dark corners of our brain’s communication pathways.

The scientists that turned a cow into a zebra

Scientists discover the real reason for the fashionable selection of zebra stripes.

Mosquitoes with West Nile virus identified in southern Israel

Mosquitoes infected with West Nile virus discovered in Arava region. Government calls on local authorities to increase monitoring.

West Nile Fever Makes Comeback in Israel

The Health Ministry has issued a warning to Israelis to watch out for mosquitoes, as West Nile Fever makes a comeback.

Health Ministry Warns Mosquito-Borne Dengue Fever in Israel

The Health Ministry is warning Israelis to beware of the mosquito-borne infection “dengue fever,” now on the rise in Israel.