The mosquito emoji could alert communities that eradication efforts are underway nearby, or that disease-prevention tools — such as mosquito nets or repellent — are being distributed. Public health campaigns urging people to clean up standing water could use it, as could those warning of new or resurgent viral threats, Shaivitz and Chertack write. “The expected use of a mosquito emoji is extremely high,” wrote the campaign’s instigators. Dr. Georges Benjamin, executive director of the American Public Health Assn., is another fan. CAPTION Eclipse chasers will tell you that seeing a total eclipse will change your life.

Source: Los Angeles Times September 22, 2017 11:26 UTC