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A deadly brain-swelling illness spread by mosquitoes is on the rise in the US

Mosquitoes typically like wet and warmer weather. But scientists say drought is actually fueling the rise of West Nile virus

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A deadly brain-swelling illness spread by mosquitoes is on the rise in the US

Mosquitoes typically like wet and warmer weather. But scientists say drought is actually fueling the rise of West Nile virus

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Mosquitoes tend to prefer the humid and warm climate, but scientists claim that drought is driving the rise of the West Nile virus

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The Independent broke the news in London, United Kingdom 4 hours ago on Tuesday, August 18, 2026.

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A deadly brain-swelling illness spread by mosquitoes is on the rise in the US

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