Original article: Confirman hallazgo de mosquito Aedes aegypti en Aeropuerto de Santiago: Puede transmitir dengue, chikungunya, zika y fiebre amarillaAedes Aegypti Mosquito Found at Santiago Airport: A Threat for Dengue, Chikungunya, Zika, and Yellow FeverThe Public Health Institute has confirmed the discovery of an Aedes aegypti mosquito in the storage areas of Santiago Airport. This species is internationally recognized as a vector for viral diseases such as dengue, chikungunya, Zika, and yellow fever. Finding a specimen in a facility that spans over a thousand hectares reinforces the belief that continuous monitoring and coordinated on-ground work are essential for maintaining public health borders, according to Minsal. Extensive Operation UnderwayOnce the presence of the mosquito was confirmed at Santiago Airport, authorities launched operations in line with the National Program for Mosquitoes of Health Importance. 🔴📡[NOW] Authorities confirm the finding of the Aedes aegypti mosquito at Santiago Airport, a vector known worldwide for transmitting dengue, chikungunya, Zika, and yellow fever.