# Expanded mosquito ranges highlight need for better disease surveillance

As climate change expands the geographic range of disease-carrying mosquitoes, experts warn that current monitoring systems are insufficient. Improved surveillance and early detection are critical to prevent outbreaks of illnesses like dengue, Zika, and malaria in new regions.

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## Sources

### Technology
- [Ars Technica](https://arstechnica.com/science/2026/07/as-mosquito-ranges-expand-better-monitoring-is-key-to-preventing-disease/) — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:19:31 +0000