Archive for 'Mosquito Control'
The Invasive Asian Tiger Mosquito Is The Number One Pest In Georgia Where It Can Spread More Than 30 Diseases
Many people assume that the deadliest animals on earth must be sharks, bears, mountain lions or some other fierce predator, so many people are surprised to learn that mosquitoes are responsible for the greatest number of human fatalities each year. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, mosquitoes kill around one million people…
Read MoreKnowledge of Mosquito-borne Diseases Should be Top of Mind in Summer
Knowledge of Mosquito-borne Diseases Should be Top of Mind in Summer Many people may connect the height of mosquito season, occurring in the summer through early fall, to the irksomely itchy welts that accompany mosquito bites. But, there are far worse associations to make with these blood-sucking pests, such as the health threats they pose…
Read MoreAn American Has Contracted A Rare Mosquito-Borne Illness
For the past few years, mosquito-borne illnesses have been getting a lot of attention. Given the Zika scare that occured during 2015 and 2016, many Americans now consider themselves vulnerable to bites from disease-carrying mosquitoes. Considering the widespread attention being paid to mosquito-borne illnesses as a public health threat, it is surprising to learn that…
Read MorePeople Living On The East Coast Are Being Attacked By Super-Sized Mosquitoes Due To Hurricane Florence
Due to the fact that mosquito populations have become a major threat to public health in recent years, experts have recommended that people take measures to repel the insects from, not only themselves, but also from the areas where people live. For example, in order to prevent large mosquito populations from gathering in human populated…
Read MoreUnsuccessfully Swatting Mosquitoes May Not Be A Waste Of Time And Energy After All
Unsuccessfully Swatting Mosquitoes May Not Be A Waste Of Time And Energy After All It is not uncommon for some people to sustain mosquito bites constantly while outdoors. Many of you know what it is like to constantly flail your arms in order to keep mosquitoes away while your friends remain unbothered. It should not…
Read MoreA Fundraiser Has Been Organized For A Beloved Public Leader Afflicted With West Nile
A Fundraiser Has Been Organized For A Beloved Public Leader Afflicted With West Nile Some people prefer to be loners, which is great until you need people’s support. Luckily, one victim of the West Nile virus has had the support of his entire town while recovering from the disease and other related medical issues. During…
Read MoreScientists In Singapore Have Long Been The Global Leaders In The Field Of Mosquito Control
Scientists In Singapore Have Long Been The Global Leaders In The Field Of Mosquito Control A crowd of excited spectators recently gathered together in a residential area of Singapore in order to witness an unusual event. The crowd was eagerly awaiting the release of thousands of mosquitoes into the environment. Public health officials in Singapore…
Read MoreMulberry Silk Can Kill Disease Carrying Mosquitoes
Mulberry Silk Can Kill Disease Carrying Mosquitoes The recent Zika outbreaks have prompted scientists and public health officials to experiment with novel methods of mosquito control. One group of researchers recently created a biofilm that possesses antimicrobial properties and disease fighting capabilities. This biofilm may prove useful against diseases spread by the aedes aegypti aegypti…
Read MoreFirst Zika Case Of The Year Has Been Reported In Australia
First Zika Case Of The Year Has Been Reported In Australia The Zika outbreaks of 2015-16 affected countries all around the globe. Obviously, countries located within the Americas, especially Brazil, were hit the hardest by Zika. But many Americans assume that some regions of the world were unaffected by the virus. Obviously, some countries located…
Read MoreZika Has Not Resulted In One Single Case Of Microcephaly In Singaporean Babies
Zika Has Not Resulted In One Single Case Of Microcephaly In Singaporean Babies We all remember when news about the Zika virus dominated headlines. During the summer of 2016 the world became aware of the devastating consequences that result from Zika infection. For most people the virus was not a concern, but pregnant women were…
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