Check out the March 2024 issue of NIH News in Health, the monthly newsletter bringing you practical health news and tips basedon the latest NIH research. Download a PDF version for printing.

Battling Bites

Blocking Mosquito-Borne Diseases

Mosquito bites arent just itchy and irritating. They can also spread disease. Researchers are testing ways to stop mosquitoes from biting people and keep those bitten from getting sick.

The Persistence of Plastics

Can Tiny Plastic Pieces Affect Our Health?

Plastics have become part of our daily lives. We make and use so much plastic that plastic pollution is now a big concern. Scientists are studying how tiny pieces of plastic might affect human health.

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