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From the Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal), welcome to the Global Health Dictionary. 📖🌐

This project aims to explain some of the most common (and sometimes complex) terms we use on a daily basis.

All the definitions and materials have been created by our Communications team in collaboration with the Centre’s researchers 💻🔍. As we can’t cover all the terms used in science and medicine, we will focus on those that are most relevant to our scientific agenda. 🗓️

But… it’s not finished yet! The dictionary will continue to be updated as we add new words and resources. Stay tuned! ✨

TODAY’S WORD IS…

Aedes albopictus
What is Aedes albopictus or Asian tiger mosquito? Aedes albopictus , commonly known as the ( Asian) tiger mosquito , is a mosquito species belonging to the genus Aedes and native to Southeast Asia. Over recent decades, it has spread to numerous countries and has become one of the invasive species of greatest public health concern due to its ability to transmit several viruses. What does the Asian tiger mosquito look like? It is a small mosquito, measuring between 6 ...
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