Micro Wave: Why Mosquitoes Bite You More Than Your Friends

Short Wave - A podcast by NPR

Asked and answered: why some of you might be more prone to being bitten by mosquitoes* than others. Turns out, some interesting factors could make you more appetizing. Plus, in true micro wave fashion, we go over some of your delightful listener mail.*In general, much more research needs to be done to understand all the nuances of what makes us so appealing to some mosquitoes.Email us your scientific questions, praise, comments and concerns at [email protected]. It just might end up in an episode!Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy