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Once again, a technique that modifies insects in order to control their populations has been proven effective. RIDL, which stands for Release of Insects carrying a Dominant Lethal, has been applied to diamondback moths, Mediterranean fruit flies, and olive flies, and it has been used in field trials on mosquitoes in order to reduce cases of dengue.
Using this technique, scientists have reduced the cases of dengue, which can be deadly, by 91% in a neighborhood called CECAP/Eldorado in the city Piracicaba, which is located in the Brazilian state of São Paulo. There were only 12 cases of dengue in the area, versus 133 cases the previous year. Surrounding areas also saw a reduction of dengue cases by 52%.
This is good news not only for potential victims of dengue, but also for people who may be susceptible to Zika, chikungunya, and yellow fever because the mosquito that transmits dengue — Aedes aegypti — also transmits these other diseases. The Brazilian health authorities and Oxitec, the company that produces the mosquitoes, call this undertaking the Friendly™ Aedes project.
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Friendly™ Aedes mosquitoes have been used in Piracicaba since April 30, 2015, when the first insects were released in CECAP/Eldorado. By January 2016, the technology had already reduced the number of wild Aedes aegypti larvae by 82% in the treated area, compared to a non-treated area.
This novel way of reducing the mosquito population has the added benefit of reducing the use of chemical insecticides. Scientists saw similar reductions of dengue in previous trials in the Cayman Islands in 2010 and in a suburb called Juazeiro, which is located in the state of Bahia in Brazil.
...and yet you adore Big Government, which limits the advancement of science.Cases of Dengue Drop 91 Percent Due to Genetically Modified Mosquitoes
Once again, a technique that modifies insects in order to control their populations has been proven effective. RIDL, which stands for Release of Insects carrying a Dominant Lethal, has been applied to diamondback moths, Mediterranean fruit flies, and olive flies, and it has been used in field trials on mosquitoes in order to reduce cases of dengue.
Using this technique, scientists have reduced the cases of dengue, which can be deadly, by 91% in a neighborhood called CECAP/Eldorado in the city Piracicaba, which is located in the Brazilian state of São Paulo. There were only 12 cases of dengue in the area, versus 133 cases the previous year. Surrounding areas also saw a reduction of dengue cases by 52%.
This is good news not only for potential victims of dengue, but also for people who may be susceptible to Zika, chikungunya, and yellow fever because the mosquito that transmits dengue — Aedes aegypti — also transmits these other diseases. The Brazilian health authorities and Oxitec, the company that produces the mosquitoes, call this undertaking the Friendly™ Aedes project.
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Friendly™ Aedes mosquitoes have been used in Piracicaba since April 30, 2015, when the first insects were released in CECAP/Eldorado. By January 2016, the technology had already reduced the number of wild Aedes aegypti larvae by 82% in the treated area, compared to a non-treated area.
This novel way of reducing the mosquito population has the added benefit of reducing the use of chemical insecticides. Scientists saw similar reductions of dengue in previous trials in the Cayman Islands in 2010 and in a suburb called Juazeiro, which is located in the state of Bahia in Brazil.
Cases of Dengue Drop 91 Percent Due to Genetically Modified Mosquitoes
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Science is how humanity helps its self!!!!
...and yet you adore Big Government, which limits the advancement of science.
What gives?
The Cayman mosquito control unit was going to start releasing GMO mosquitoes produced by British biotech firm Oxitec last week. A government statement announced the delay Monday.
Arguments are expected Tuesday on whether to extend a temporary injunction until a court can conduct a formal review of the project sought by opponents.
Plans call for releasing millions of modified male mosquitoes of the species Aedes aegypti. Males don't bite but would mate with females and produce offspring that die before reaching adulthood. Opponents say they have not been given enough information on any potential risks.
Court suspends release of GMO mosquitoes in Cayman Islands
Mosquitoes get stay from court...
Court suspends release of GMO mosquitoes in Cayman Islands
Jul. 18, 2016 — A plan to fight the mosquito that spreads Zika and other illnesses by releasing genetically modified versions of the insect in the Cayman Islands has been put on hold following a court challenge.
The Cayman mosquito control unit was going to start releasing GMO mosquitoes produced by British biotech firm Oxitec last week. A government statement announced the delay Monday.
Arguments are expected Tuesday on whether to extend a temporary injunction until a court can conduct a formal review of the project sought by opponents.
Plans call for releasing millions of modified male mosquitoes of the species Aedes aegypti. Males don't bite but would mate with females and produce offspring that die before reaching adulthood. Opponents say they have not been given enough information on any potential risks.
Court suspends release of GMO mosquitoes in Cayman Islands
And, as usual, you are a lying dumb ass. Most of the work on things like this are sponsored by governments. That you hate anything that interferes with your bigotry and willful ignorance is clearly evident....and yet you adore Big Government, which limits the advancement of science.Cases of Dengue Drop 91 Percent Due to Genetically Modified Mosquitoes
Once again, a technique that modifies insects in order to control their populations has been proven effective. RIDL, which stands for Release of Insects carrying a Dominant Lethal, has been applied to diamondback moths, Mediterranean fruit flies, and olive flies, and it has been used in field trials on mosquitoes in order to reduce cases of dengue.
Using this technique, scientists have reduced the cases of dengue, which can be deadly, by 91% in a neighborhood called CECAP/Eldorado in the city Piracicaba, which is located in the Brazilian state of São Paulo. There were only 12 cases of dengue in the area, versus 133 cases the previous year. Surrounding areas also saw a reduction of dengue cases by 52%.
This is good news not only for potential victims of dengue, but also for people who may be susceptible to Zika, chikungunya, and yellow fever because the mosquito that transmits dengue — Aedes aegypti — also transmits these other diseases. The Brazilian health authorities and Oxitec, the company that produces the mosquitoes, call this undertaking the Friendly™ Aedes project.
...
Friendly™ Aedes mosquitoes have been used in Piracicaba since April 30, 2015, when the first insects were released in CECAP/Eldorado. By January 2016, the technology had already reduced the number of wild Aedes aegypti larvae by 82% in the treated area, compared to a non-treated area.
This novel way of reducing the mosquito population has the added benefit of reducing the use of chemical insecticides. Scientists saw similar reductions of dengue in previous trials in the Cayman Islands in 2010 and in a suburb called Juazeiro, which is located in the state of Bahia in Brazil.
Cases of Dengue Drop 91 Percent Due to Genetically Modified Mosquitoes
20
Science is how humanity helps its self!!!!
What gives?
Yep...like all the government funded work to end cancer and other terrible diseases...been going on for decades with billions spent, but still nothing new. Funny...seems like a perpetual racket...and it is.And, as usual, you are a lying dumb ass. Most of the work on things like this are sponsored by governments. That you hate anything that interferes with your bigotry and willful ignorance is clearly evident....and yet you adore Big Government, which limits the advancement of science.Cases of Dengue Drop 91 Percent Due to Genetically Modified Mosquitoes
Once again, a technique that modifies insects in order to control their populations has been proven effective. RIDL, which stands for Release of Insects carrying a Dominant Lethal, has been applied to diamondback moths, Mediterranean fruit flies, and olive flies, and it has been used in field trials on mosquitoes in order to reduce cases of dengue.
Using this technique, scientists have reduced the cases of dengue, which can be deadly, by 91% in a neighborhood called CECAP/Eldorado in the city Piracicaba, which is located in the Brazilian state of São Paulo. There were only 12 cases of dengue in the area, versus 133 cases the previous year. Surrounding areas also saw a reduction of dengue cases by 52%.
This is good news not only for potential victims of dengue, but also for people who may be susceptible to Zika, chikungunya, and yellow fever because the mosquito that transmits dengue — Aedes aegypti — also transmits these other diseases. The Brazilian health authorities and Oxitec, the company that produces the mosquitoes, call this undertaking the Friendly™ Aedes project.
...
Friendly™ Aedes mosquitoes have been used in Piracicaba since April 30, 2015, when the first insects were released in CECAP/Eldorado. By January 2016, the technology had already reduced the number of wild Aedes aegypti larvae by 82% in the treated area, compared to a non-treated area.
This novel way of reducing the mosquito population has the added benefit of reducing the use of chemical insecticides. Scientists saw similar reductions of dengue in previous trials in the Cayman Islands in 2010 and in a suburb called Juazeiro, which is located in the state of Bahia in Brazil.
Cases of Dengue Drop 91 Percent Due to Genetically Modified Mosquitoes
20
Science is how humanity helps its self!!!!
What gives?
And, as usual, you are a lying dumb ass. Most of the work on things like this are sponsored by governments. That you hate anything that interferes with your bigotry and willful ignorance is clearly evident....and yet you adore Big Government, which limits the advancement of science.Cases of Dengue Drop 91 Percent Due to Genetically Modified Mosquitoes
Once again, a technique that modifies insects in order to control their populations has been proven effective. RIDL, which stands for Release of Insects carrying a Dominant Lethal, has been applied to diamondback moths, Mediterranean fruit flies, and olive flies, and it has been used in field trials on mosquitoes in order to reduce cases of dengue.
Using this technique, scientists have reduced the cases of dengue, which can be deadly, by 91% in a neighborhood called CECAP/Eldorado in the city Piracicaba, which is located in the Brazilian state of São Paulo. There were only 12 cases of dengue in the area, versus 133 cases the previous year. Surrounding areas also saw a reduction of dengue cases by 52%.
This is good news not only for potential victims of dengue, but also for people who may be susceptible to Zika, chikungunya, and yellow fever because the mosquito that transmits dengue — Aedes aegypti — also transmits these other diseases. The Brazilian health authorities and Oxitec, the company that produces the mosquitoes, call this undertaking the Friendly™ Aedes project.
...
Friendly™ Aedes mosquitoes have been used in Piracicaba since April 30, 2015, when the first insects were released in CECAP/Eldorado. By January 2016, the technology had already reduced the number of wild Aedes aegypti larvae by 82% in the treated area, compared to a non-treated area.
This novel way of reducing the mosquito population has the added benefit of reducing the use of chemical insecticides. Scientists saw similar reductions of dengue in previous trials in the Cayman Islands in 2010 and in a suburb called Juazeiro, which is located in the state of Bahia in Brazil.
Cases of Dengue Drop 91 Percent Due to Genetically Modified Mosquitoes
20
Science is how humanity helps its self!!!!
What gives?
So foolish and immature.And, as usual, you are a lying dumb ass. Most of the work on things like this are sponsored by governments. That you hate anything that interferes with your bigotry and willful ignorance is clearly evident....and yet you adore Big Government, which limits the advancement of science.Cases of Dengue Drop 91 Percent Due to Genetically Modified Mosquitoes
Once again, a technique that modifies insects in order to control their populations has been proven effective. RIDL, which stands for Release of Insects carrying a Dominant Lethal, has been applied to diamondback moths, Mediterranean fruit flies, and olive flies, and it has been used in field trials on mosquitoes in order to reduce cases of dengue.
Using this technique, scientists have reduced the cases of dengue, which can be deadly, by 91% in a neighborhood called CECAP/Eldorado in the city Piracicaba, which is located in the Brazilian state of São Paulo. There were only 12 cases of dengue in the area, versus 133 cases the previous year. Surrounding areas also saw a reduction of dengue cases by 52%.
This is good news not only for potential victims of dengue, but also for people who may be susceptible to Zika, chikungunya, and yellow fever because the mosquito that transmits dengue — Aedes aegypti — also transmits these other diseases. The Brazilian health authorities and Oxitec, the company that produces the mosquitoes, call this undertaking the Friendly™ Aedes project.
...
Friendly™ Aedes mosquitoes have been used in Piracicaba since April 30, 2015, when the first insects were released in CECAP/Eldorado. By January 2016, the technology had already reduced the number of wild Aedes aegypti larvae by 82% in the treated area, compared to a non-treated area.
This novel way of reducing the mosquito population has the added benefit of reducing the use of chemical insecticides. Scientists saw similar reductions of dengue in previous trials in the Cayman Islands in 2010 and in a suburb called Juazeiro, which is located in the state of Bahia in Brazil.
Cases of Dengue Drop 91 Percent Due to Genetically Modified Mosquitoes
20
Science is how humanity helps its self!!!!
What gives?
The guys anti-government and doesn't understand that most advances in science comes from government. Most of the world would kill to have our government and living standards that we enjoy because of its investment.
GIpper is just wrong in his beliefs. His world isn't one any sane person would want to live in...Normally, a place that is without government is something to stay the hell away from. Some examples of such places are the middle of detroit, or southern Somalia.
Government needs to regulate such to make sure it is safe. You wouldnt drink the water in some African nation like the congo or even one just south of the border like Mexico. why? Because the government hasn't placed regulations and demanded it be safe. Government is needed to have a healthy private sector for its nations people if they're the ones developing the innovation.
China is another such case study that tells me that government is needed as their private corps would and do cut any corner. But lets not get into the reality that most of the resources that made this possible in the first place were probably from the public. Most lab science is backed by national science foundations and any big vaccine would be regulated and paid by the government(hint, hint Ebola vaccine and the yearly flu one).
Yeah government is wonderful...it does so much good...thinks the fool with a death wish. Do you really think polio would still be around, if not for GOVERNMENT? If so, you are too stupid to debate.Gipper, you are one stupid ass. When I was very young, 1952, one of the other kids I knew went into the hospital with polio. Never saw him again. In fact, in that year many, many children were crippled by polio. A decade later, that disease was all but wiped out in the US due to government programs to vaccinate for polio.
You clearly are delusional....as I did not argue the point. I made a much bigger point, which you are incapable of comprehending.You are the stupid one, Gipper. Yes, the government through it's vaccination programs was instrumental in wiping out polio in the US. That you argue on this merely demonstrates what a fool you are.
Government GOOD...We owe the government and its regulations for the clean air, water and food standards that we enjoy in this country. How many times in history does this need to be proven for one to wake up to the idiocy of the idea of abolishing government?
Sri Lanka's Ministry of Health reports that the number of dengue infections has climbed above 103,000 since the start of 2017, with 296 deaths. The number of cases this year is already nearly double the number of dengue infections recorded in all of 2016, when 55,150 people were diagnosed with the disease.
The Sri Lanka Red Cross Society and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies are rapidly scaling up emergency assistance to help contain the outbreak in the South Asian island nation. "Dengue is endemic here, but one reason for the dramatic rise in cases is that the virus currently spreading has evolved and people lack the immunity to fight off the new strain," said Dr. Novil Wijesekara, head of health at the Sri Lanka Red Cross.
A Sri Lankan municipal worker, center, along with army soldiers leave for Dengue fever eradication work in Colombo, Sri Lanka
Compounding the crisis, recent monsoon rains and floods have left pools of stagnant water and rotting rain-soaked trash — ideal breeding sites for mosquitoes. Ongoing downpours and worsening sanitation conditions raise concerns the disease will continue to spread. Dengue is common in South Asia — especially during the monsoon season which runs from June to September — and, if untreated, it can be lethal.
The International Federation of Red Cross said it had released new disaster emergency funds on Monday to help about 307,000 people in three districts where dengue is rampant. "The size of this dengue outbreak is unprecedented in Sri Lanka," Jagath Abeysinghe, president of Sri Lanka Red Cross, said in a statement.
'Unprecedented' Dengue Outbreak Kills Nearly 300 in Sri Lanka
Visiting Foreign Minister Julie Bishop said Wednesday night that Australia is giving $475,000 Australian (US $377,000) to the World Health Organization to implement immediate dengue prevention, management and eradication programs in Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka’s hospitals are overcrowded with patients, and the government has deployed soldiers, police and health officials to inspect houses and clear rotting garbage, stagnant water pools and other potential mosquito-breeding grounds across the country. Health officials blamed the public for their failure to clear puddles and piles of trash after last month’s heavy monsoon rains.
Australian Foreign Minister Julie Bishop, left, talks with her Indian counterpart Sushma Swaraj as they leave for a delegation level meeting in New Delhi, India, July 18, 2017. Australia is contributing funds to help Sri Lanka combat its worst outbreak of dengue fever.
The number of infections nationwide is 38 percent higher than last year, when 55,150 people were diagnosed with dengue and 97 died, according to the Health Ministry. Cases were concentrated around the main city of Colombo, though they were occurring across the tropical island nation. Bishop is on a two-day visit and will meet Thursday with government leaders. She said Australia is offering an additional $1 million (US $795,000) for a research partnership between Australia’s Monash University and Sri Lanka’s Health Ministry to test the introduction of naturally occurring Wolbachia bacteria to eradicate dengue fever from Sri Lanka.
She said the bacteria “prevent transmission of dengue virus between humans’’ and that it has shown success during the last six years in countries such as Brazil, Columbia, Australia, India, Vietnam and Indonesia where it was piloted. The bacteria have the ability to block other mosquito-borne diseases such as Zika and Chikungunya, the Australian embassy said in a statement.
Australia Helping Sri Lanka Fight Dengue Outbreak
Don't tell Mindwars, she is positive this is another government conspiracy to kill us all.Cases of Dengue Drop 91 Percent Due to Genetically Modified Mosquitoes
Once again, a technique that modifies insects in order to control their populations has been proven effective. RIDL, which stands for Release of Insects carrying a Dominant Lethal, has been applied to diamondback moths, Mediterranean fruit flies, and olive flies, and it has been used in field trials on mosquitoes in order to reduce cases of dengue.
Using this technique, scientists have reduced the cases of dengue, which can be deadly, by 91% in a neighborhood called CECAP/Eldorado in the city Piracicaba, which is located in the Brazilian state of São Paulo. There were only 12 cases of dengue in the area, versus 133 cases the previous year. Surrounding areas also saw a reduction of dengue cases by 52%.
This is good news not only for potential victims of dengue, but also for people who may be susceptible to Zika, chikungunya, and yellow fever because the mosquito that transmits dengue — Aedes aegypti — also transmits these other diseases. The Brazilian health authorities and Oxitec, the company that produces the mosquitoes, call this undertaking the Friendly™ Aedes project.
...
Friendly™ Aedes mosquitoes have been used in Piracicaba since April 30, 2015, when the first insects were released in CECAP/Eldorado. By January 2016, the technology had already reduced the number of wild Aedes aegypti larvae by 82% in the treated area, compared to a non-treated area.
This novel way of reducing the mosquito population has the added benefit of reducing the use of chemical insecticides. Scientists saw similar reductions of dengue in previous trials in the Cayman Islands in 2010 and in a suburb called Juazeiro, which is located in the state of Bahia in Brazil.
Cases of Dengue Drop 91 Percent Due to Genetically Modified Mosquitoes
20
Science is how humanity helps its self!!!!
Fuck, you are one stupid asshole. Tell me, in the nations that polio was eradicated in, name one where it was done by some agency other than the government.Yeah government is wonderful...it does so much good...thinks the fool with a death wish. Do you really think polio would still be around, if not for GOVERNMENT? If so, you are too stupid to debate.Gipper, you are one stupid ass. When I was very young, 1952, one of the other kids I knew went into the hospital with polio. Never saw him again. In fact, in that year many, many children were crippled by polio. A decade later, that disease was all but wiped out in the US due to government programs to vaccinate for polio.
