Mosquitoes

Tel Aviv resident diagnosed with West Nile fever, first case in summer 2026, Health Ministry says

The Health Ministry confirmed Israel’s first West Nile fever case of 2026, while officials said the location where the Tel Aviv resident was infected remains unconfirmed.

|ByDR. ITAY GAL
Macro close up of a yellow fever mosquito sucking blood on skin.
Mosquito bite

How will you know if a mosquito bite is dangerous?

Anyone who has spent more than five minutes outside knows – the mosquitoes are here, and they are vicious. A doctor explains what can be done and how to lower the panic?

|ByDR. ANNA BRAMELI
A mosquito

Without sprays: This is the simplest mosquito solution most of us don’t know about

Summer is almost here, and so are the annoying mosquitoes. Before stocking up on sprays and repellents, try this simple solution that many people underestimate, yet is surprisingly effective.

|ByDORON KUPERSTEIN
Baby-Buzz

Baby-Buzz series offers natural protection for baby’s skin

A skincare and protection product line from Kamedis is based on natural oils – and is intended to provide protection and soothing for delicate skin even outside the home.

|ByWALLA! HEALTH

Why do some people believe that these mosquitoes are gov't spy drones?

A viral clip showing mosquitoes with numbers on their bodies got a lot of attention by conspiracy theorists who are sure the government uses them to spy.

DECEMBER 10, 2022ByWALLA!
Mosquito (illustrative).

Here's what you need to know about mosquito bites

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Worker Solomon Conteh dissects a mosquito at Sanaria Inc. facility in Rockville, Maryland, October 26, 2007.

West Nile virus found in mosquitoes throughout Israel

Since the beginning of the year, one person has died of the virus and two others have been hospitalized in serious condition.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
A Culex quinquefasciatus mosquito is seen on the skin of a human host in this 2014 picture from the Center for Disease Control. C. quinquefasciatus is known as one of the many arthropodal vectors responsible for spreading the arboviral encephalitis, West Nile virus (WNV) to human beings through the

Can't stop scratching a mosquito bite? Here is everything you need to know

Here is everything you need to know about mosquito bites, how to treat them and when to worry.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Close-up of a mosquito.

West Nile virus reaches Israel, worrying health experts

Dr. Hamza Habib Allah, Senior Coordinator for Pest Control at the Environmental Protection Ministry, highlighted the danger of mosquitoes carrying the West Nile virus.

AUGUST 14, 2022ByMAARIV ONLINE
Culex pipiens pipiens, a common carrier of West Nile virus

Target on your back? Here are 5 reasons why mosquitoes bite you

The current summer is hotter than ever and that means lots of sweat and humidity. It also means a lot of mosquitoes. So why do they bite you and not others? Here are five reasons.

AUGUST 4, 2022ByWALLA!
A Culex quinquefasciatus mosquito is seen on the skin of a human host in this 2014 picture from the Center for Disease Control. C. quinquefasciatus is known as one of the many arthropodal vectors responsible for spreading the arboviral encephalitis, West Nile virus (WNV) to human beings through the

Eight natural ways to prevent mosquito bites

There were several cool days in May, but now the summer heat and the sound of annoying, buzzing mosquitoes has arrived. Here are some effective ways to avoid mosquito bites.

JUNE 2, 2022ByWALLA!
Close-up of a mosquito.

Want to stop mosquito bites? This study may explain how

Everyone has most likely asked: Is there any way to not get bitten by mosquitoes? Yes, and it has everything to do with color.

FEBRUARY 4, 2022ByAARON REICH
A Culex quinquefasciatus mosquito is seen on the skin of a human host in this 2014 picture from the Center for Disease Control. C. quinquefasciatus is known as one of the many arthropodal vectors responsible for spreading the arboviral encephalitis, West Nile virus (WNV) to human beings through thei

Can Israel end mosquitoes? A government-backed start-up is working on it

Five local startup companies won a total of NIS 5.3 million for demonstrating innovative solutions to pressing environmental-technological challenges. 

JANUARY 12, 2022ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Close-up of a mosquito.

Mosquitoes infected with West Nile Fever virus found in northern Israel

The West Nile Fever is not contagious and can only be transmitted to a person bitten by an infected mosquito.

JUNE 24, 2021ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
A Culex quinquefasciatus mosquito is seen on the skin of a human host in this 2014 picture from the Center for Disease Control. C. quinquefasciatus is known as one of the many arthropodal vectors responsible for spreading the arboviral encephalitis, West Nile virus (WNV) to human beings through thei