Philippine town offers reward for people capturing mosquitoes as dengue rises
Officials in central Manila are offering two pesos for every five mosquitoes captured, dead or alive.
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Philippines officials offer cash for mosquitoes amid rise in dengue cases
People in village near the capital line up with their haul, where a mosquito zapper and some pesos await. Village officials in the Philippines are handing out cash rewards to residents who capture ...The Guardian - 19h -
Philippine village battles dengue by offering bounties for mosquitos — dead or alive
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Ukraine looks to entice younger men into the military by offering special rewards
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Small town in Florida offers big perks to attract a new doctor
With a physician shortage hitting small communities hard, the town of Havana, Florida, is seeking a new family doctor. Incentives include rent-free office space and medical equipment.CBS News - Feb. 11 -
Doctor wanted: Small town offers big perks to attract a physician
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