Mosquitoes Are a Growing Public Health Threat, Reversing Years of Progress
Climate change and the rapid evolution of the insect have helped drive up malaria deaths and brought dengue and other mosquito-borne viruses to places that never had to worry about them.
An Invasive Mosquito Threatens Catastrophe in Africa
A malaria-carrying species that thrives in urban areas and resists all insecticides is causing outbreaks in places that have rarely faced the disease.
The Gamble: Can Genetically Modified Mosquitoes End Disease?
Working on a remote island, scientists think they can use genetic engineering to block a malaria-carrying species of mosquito from spreading the disease — and do it in just a few months. But governments are wary.
One Village, Two Houses — and a New Tactic to Win the War on Mosquitoes
A different way of thinking about mosquito-borne diseases could save billions of dollars, and end them for good, some health experts believe.
Unleashing a New Weapon on the Mosquito: A Mosquito
Scientists have found a way to inject a bacteria into mosquitoes that neutralizes deadly viruses they carry.
Insecticides Can’t Stop These Mosquitoes. Now What?
With mosquitoes evolving to evade bed nets and common insecticides, scientists are experimenting with new ways to block them.
Peace Corps Sued Over Mental Health Policy
Applicants have challenged the Peace Corps practice of rescinding invitations to applicants on the basis of mental health conditions.
For ‘The Golden Bachelor’ and Others, What Dating After 60 Looks Like
For ‘The Golden Bachelor’ and other singles of a certain age, there may be bad dates and false starts. But romance can be infinitely better after decades of life experience.
How Much Coffee Is Too Much Coffee?
Coffee is linked with lots of health benefits, but most of the risks come from the caffeine.
Painful Sex After Menopause: Causes and Solutions
Changes to the vagina can mess with your sex life. But there are solutions that work.