General
Ross River virus cases are surging in La Niña conditions and mosquito control needs a silver bullet
Australia’s wet, humid summer is leading to a surge in both mosquito populations and the number of Ross River virus cases in humans.
Key points:
- Australia has recorded nearly 6,000 cases of Ross River virus over the past year
- Insect sprayers say they’ve had their busiest year yet trying to control mosquito populations
- Academics say more research into the mosquitoes that spread the disease is needed
For insect sprayer Dave Ross, he is close to both the problem and the solution.
His sister Michelle caught the virus months ago and has been struck by “excruciating” pain.
Mr Ross has since been working with councils and homeowners to help reduce mosquito numbers and the risk of anyone else getting the virus.
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