Mosquito & Vector News

Mosquito control ramps up as dengue fever cases rise in Hillsborough and Pinellas WUSF

Submitted by the MVCAC VVBD Committee By Nancy Guan Published August 14, 2026 at 4:50 AM EDT https://www.wusf.org/health-news-florida/2026-08-14/mosquito-control-ramps-up-dengue-cases-hillsborough-pinellas-rise   Eight people in Hillsborough and two in Pinellas recently contracted the…

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August 20 is World Mosquito Day

August 20 is World Mosquito Day! On this day we recognize the important role mosquito control plays in protecting public health. Help stop mosquitoes where they start – dump standing…

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Accounting for spatial variation in weather factors predicts spatial variations in Culex quinquefasciatus abundance in the Desert Southwest

Submitted by the MVCAC VVBD Committee Oshinubi, K., Hepp, C.M., Chen, Y. et al. Parasites Vectors 19, 170 (2026). https://doi.org/10.1186/s13071-026-07326-z Abstract Background Mosquitoes are vectors of diseases globally, making development…

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Association Updates

Award Nominations 2026

It’s nomination time! Nominations are now open for MVCAC’s Meritorious Service, Honorary Member, and the Service with Distinction Awards.  All nominations must be received in the MVCAC office by September 15.…

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MVCAC Member Highlights Mosquito Control on Fox40 for World Mosquito Day

In recognition of World Mosquito Day on August 20, MVCAC member Luz Robles with Sacramento-Yolo MVCD appeared on Studio 40 on Fox40 to discuss the vital role mosquito control plays…

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News Briefs 8.12.2026

MVCAC 95th Annual Conference Registration Now Open!; Call for Papers, Posters, and William C. Reeve’s Award Applications Now Open; Nominee for 2027-2028 Vice President Announced Nominations from the floor sought;…

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