UNLV lab turns to citizen scientists to help quell mosquito surge in valley

With all the buzz this summer about mosquitoes in Southern Nevada, a group from UNLV’s School of Public Health wants to take a bite at helping control the exploding population of the biting pests. Read More

Potentially severe mosquito-borne virus surges in US above normal levels

West Nile virus outbreak has intensified across the U.S., with the 770 reported human cases far exceeding normal seasonal patterns for severe infections. Read More

Aggressive mosquito species spreads across Las Vegas valley

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — A particularly aggressive mosquito species is making life miserable for Las Vegas residents, and the problem is only getting worse. Hailey Gravitt spoke to local officials to learn ... Read More

Good Morning, Las Vegas: Extreme Heat continues, tracking mosquitoes in the valley

KTNV — That Extreme Heat Warning continues today, and we might even set some weather records today, so it's important to stay safe and cool today. Plus, officials are tracking mosquito activity ... Read More

Health officials issue warning after more residents contract West Nile virus: 'The rate of mosquito-borne illness is going up'

According to Ideastream Public Media, local health departments reported that two residents, one in Medina County and another in Cuyahoga County, were diagnosed with West Nile virus in August. Read More