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Scientists make concerning new discovery about disease-bearing mosquitoes: 'We need to keep the foot on the gas'

The Cool Down
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A new study shows that mosquitoes are adapting to higher temperatures on pace with global warming.

The West Nile virus and dog heartworm are the most common mosquito-borne diseases in the United States .

People should remove standing water from around their homes and ensure that window screens and doors are in good condition.

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82

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83

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11

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semi-formal

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English

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54

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possibly hateful

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medium-lived

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