Dengue Fever, Chikungunya: A Potential Vector Discovered in Mayotte

[Shiloh]

Source: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases...0923101952.htm


Dengue Fever, Chikungunya: A Potential Vector Discovered in Mayotte
Sep. 23, 2013 ? An unexpected discovery

The researchers went through the entire island with a fine-tooth comb in search of the slightest mosquito or larva. Their goal was to establish a complete inventory of Mahoran species. Thanks to detailed morphological studies and molecular sequencing of the collected specimens, entomologists were able to assemble a substantial diversity of species considering the small size of the region (376 km?). They listed 4 species of Stegomyia mosquito hitherto unknown, which they named Stegomyia pia. Its shiny black body is adorned with shimmering silvery or yellow scales ? ?pia? means ?pretty? in Shimaore, the language of Mayotte. A pest in a flattering disguise?

[Ronan Kelly]

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Mayotte: Several cases of dengue on the island since the beginning of November

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Mayotte: Several cases of dengue on the island since the beginning of November
Those responsible for vector control at the regional Health Agency (ARS) identified four cases of dengue in Mayotte since the beginning of November.

Cases listed on the island of perfumes were imported from the Comoros archipelago.
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http://en.indian-ocean-times.com/Mayotte-Several-cases-of-dengue-on-the-island-since-the-beginning-of-November_a2757.html