Can genetically-modified mosquitoes help fight vector-borne diseases like malaria?

This spring, a U.K.-based company released genetically engineered mosquitos in the Florida Keys – part of an experiment that researchers hope could eventually result in a new weapon against diseases like Dengue Fever.

Mosquitos have long been associated with the spread of vector-borne diseases, but scientists hope by genetically altering their DNA, they could prevent them from passing on pathogens to humans.

A similar experiment was carried out two years ago in Burkina Faso, where malaria is endemic.

But for some, the practice has raised questions about the impact on local ecosystems and potentially on human health. Alyssa Julie explains.

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[Eusantdac]

What can possibly go wrong by making mutant mosquitoes?

[SCAMDEMIC]

If WHO CDC or FDA approve something. DO NOT TOUCH IT.

[nataliesmylove]

Hmmmm, and what happens to the BATS and birds that feed on these mosquitoes !!! ????

[Dmainvain]

Stop playing God! This will not turn out good.

[Shhehwhsi]

The only doctors i trust are surgeons.

[Canadaheather]

The beginning of how zombies will be made

[AD-itzr]

This is exactly how planet of the mosquitoes started.
Mosquito Man to the rescue! He even lights up at night because he is pumped with Luciferase.

[goosemother]

How about you all stop messing with mother nature!

[yauertessa]

WEll yes they can because these mosquitoes can introduce their new type of species and starts reproduction to a point they become prominent species

[johnathandoehead]

We need to make mandatory double masking at all times permanent. I’m fully vaccinated but always wear my MASKARINO! My MASKARINO makes me a superhero who saves lives everyday!!!