Summary
A factory in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, is breeding special mosquitoes that can't spread diseases like dengue because they carry a bacteria called Wolbachia. The Brazilian government is using these mosquitoes to help reduce disease levels across the country, where dengue has affected millions of people.
Key Facts
- A factory in Rio de Janeiro breeds mosquitoes that carry a bacteria called Wolbachia.
- These mosquitoes can't spread dengue because the bacteria prevents the dengue virus from surviving in them.
- The Brazilian government is investing in these mosquitoes to fight diseases they spread.
- Dengue can cause severe symptoms like fever, internal bleeding, and organ failure.
- Brazil is heavily affected by dengue, with over 3.1 million cases reported this year.
- Warmer, wetter climates are helping dengue spread to new areas, including Europe and North America.
- Dengue has had a significant impact on people's lives in Brazil, leading to many deaths.
