Indonesia pauses release of genetically modified ‘good’ mosquitoes to combat dengue after uproar – News Healthcare
The Indonesian government has decided to delay its plan to release 200 million genetically modified mosquitoes aimed at combating dengue following opposition from locals. These mosquitoes, carrying Wolbachia, a bacteria that prevents dengue viruses from growing inside them, were intended to be released in dengue-prone areas in the city of Yogyakarta. However, critics raised concerns … Read more