Australia successfully released special mosquitoes that can prevent dengue outbreaks

Australian researchers have for the first time claimed that a whole city in this country has been protected from dengue outbreaks.

Australian researchers have bred captive mosquitoes containing natural Wolbachia , then released these mosquitoes throughout Townsville , where they mate with local mosquitoes.

Specially nourished Wolbachia mosquitoes reduce the spread of dengue virus.

In this way, which is likely to interfere with the spread of dengue outbreaks, will be spread to other local mosquitoes, so Townsville has been free of disease since 2014.

Scientists from Monash University in Melbourne also believe in the prevention of Zika disease and mosquito malaria due to their research.

Professor Scott O'Neill, director of the International Mosquito Research Program, said: 'At a cost of about US $ 15 per person, the Townsville City trial has proven that this approach can work quickly, effective at a reasonable cost, providing continuous protection for the community from mosquito-borne diseases ".

This research project is currently being conducted in 11 countries, aimed at deploying Wolbachia mosquitoes to many parts of the world including underdeveloped countries, and at the same time trying to cut down on use costs only. 1 USD / person.