Residents of Sunnyvale and Santa Clara are on high alert after the discovery of Aedes aegypti mosquitoes near Robbia and Chopin drives, an area not previously known to host this invasive species. According to the Sunnyvale Department of Public Safety, these mosquitoes, which are distinct for their daytime biting habits, increase the risk of local disease transmission. The presence of Aedes aegypti in new neighborhoods is a significant health concern; although diseases like dengue and Zika are not presently established in the county, the spread of this mosquito could change that, and fast. “It means the mosquito is surviving and reproducing in our community, increasing the risk of these diseases,” the post warned, signaling the need for heightened community vigilance.
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