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Awareness and support of release of genetically modified "sterile" mosquitoes, Key West, Florida, USA

Listed in National Center for Atmospheric Research

After a dengue outbreak in Key West, Florida, during 2009-2010, authorities, considered conducting the first US release of male Aedes aegypti mosquitoes genetically modified to prevent reproduction.

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Despite outreach and media attention, only half of the community was aware of the proposal; half of those were supportive. Novel public health strategies require community engagement.

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