Torrox Launches Eco-Friendly Mosquito Control Campaign Amid West Nile Cases

Mosquito control efforts are intensifying globally due to the health risks mosquitoes pose, including the spread of diseases like West Nile Virus and malaria. In Torrox, Spain, authorities have launched an eco-friendly campaign using biological larvicides and insecticides to curb mosquito populations ahead of the high-risk season. Similarly, New Jersey is emphasizing public awareness and measures such as eliminating standing water and using approved insecticides to combat mosquitoes and reduce the incidence of diseases like West Nile Virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis. On a personal level, individuals are encouraged to keep homes clean and use natural repellents like citronella, peppermint, rosemary, and lavender to deter mosquitoes. Innovative community-driven initiatives like the Mosquito Bucket Challenge in the U.S. promote environmentally friendly mosquito control by encouraging the use of mosquito dunks to reduce populations without harming beneficial insects. Additionally, advances in genome editing are being explored as a potential method to eradicate malaria-carrying mosquitoes, although bioethical considerations remain important in this conversation.