Published: June 3, 2026 β’ 1:35 PM IST Β· Updated: June 3, 2026 β’ 6:20 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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As dengue cases continue to be a major public health challenge in many tropical and subtropical countries, scientists are turning to innovative methods to control the disease.
One strategy that has gained attention in recent years involves the release of Wolbachia-infected mosquitoes into the environment.
The idea may sound unusual at first.
After all, mosquitoes are known for spreading diseases, so why would scientists deliberately release more of them?
This question has sparked curiosity as well as concern among communities where Wolbachia mosquito programmes are being introduced.