A new study published on July 30 reveals that dengue-carrying mosquitoes in India are showing significant signs of resistance to common insecticides used in public health programs.
Researchers identified specific detox enzymes in the mosquito population that allow them to survive exposure to standard chemical sprays, complicating efforts to control outbreaks.
The findings serve as a 'warning sign' for health authorities, who are now being urged to diversify vector control strategies and invest in more effective, non-chemical interventions.