Stopping Mosquito Diseases Around the World

May 16, 2026, 12:42
AsiaHealth

Introduction

Many health groups are working hard to stop mosquitoes. These mosquitoes carry a sickness called dengue.

Main Body

Singapore has fewer sick people now. They use a special project called Wolbachia. They release male mosquitoes that cannot bite. This stops the eggs from growing. People in the city also help keep the area clean. In the United States, there are more mosquitoes than before. Big cities like New York and Los Angeles have many mosquitoes. The weather is hotter, so mosquitoes grow fast. Doctors say people must use bug spray and nets. Some other areas have a special plan. Health teams visit many homes every Friday. They look for water in old pots and buckets. They empty the water so mosquitoes cannot live there.

Conclusion

Some places have fewer sick people, but the world must still be careful. We need new technology and clean water to stay safe.

Learning

πŸ’‘ The 'Quantity' Trick

In the text, we see how to describe how many of something we have. This is key for A2 level talking.

1. Few vs. Many

  • Fewer (Small amount) β†’\rightarrow "Singapore has fewer sick people."
  • More/Many (Big amount) β†’\rightarrow "There are more mosquitoes than before." / "Many health groups."

2. Using 'Some' When we don't have a specific number, we use some. It is a safe word for beginners.

  • "Some other areas have a special plan."

Quick Grammar Map: Many β†’\rightarrow Large group Few β†’\rightarrow Small group Some β†’\rightarrow Unspecified group

Vocabulary Learning

mosquito
small flying insect that bites and can spread disease
Example:I found a mosquito in my bedroom and it bit me.
dengue
a disease caused by a virus spread by mosquitoes
Example:The doctor told us that dengue can make you feel very sick.
project
a plan or activity that people work on
Example:The city launched a project to reduce mosquito numbers.
eggs
the small objects that insects lay to produce new insects
Example:Mosquitoes lay their eggs in standing water.
city
a large town where many people live
Example:New York is a busy city with many people.
clean
to remove dirt or mess
Example:We need to clean the gutters to stop mosquitoes.
United States
a country in North America
Example:The United States has many large cities.
bug spray
a liquid that keeps insects away
Example:She sprayed bug spray on her clothes before the picnic.
nets
a mesh used to catch insects or fish
Example:Mosquito nets protect people while they sleep.
technology
tools or machines made using science
Example:New technology helps scientists study diseases.
safe
free from danger or harm
Example:Using nets makes the area safer for children.