With multiple Pacific nations as well as the state of Hawaii struggling with dengue fever outbreaks, good news has recently arrived when Mexican authorities announced their approval of a vaccine against the deadly mosquito-borne illness. Following suit, more governments are expected to join in their approval of the vaccine (which is called Dengvaxia) in order […]
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Mosquito Protection For Pets and Small Animals
First some simple don’ts of which you should be aware. The same principles generally apply to you if it is your dog that takes you for a walk. First of all don’t take your dog for a walk when mosquitoes are most active – early mornings and dusk, particularly in warm, humid conditions. Both you […]
Why Mosquitoes Bite Some People More Than Others
It’s not in your head. Mosquitoes really do prefer some people more than others. There as many factors, such as the chemicals you produce, the bacteria that grow on your skin, and even blood type. Scientists have isolated a number of factors in mosquito preferences, and a number of simple things you can do avoid […]
Why Is Gutter Cleaning So Important For Mosquito Control?
As you’re surely aware, mosquitoes are extremely dangerous pests, and with the diseases they carry, including Zika and West Nile, could even be fatal. This is why it’s of such importance to practice the proper mosquito control techniques for your property, in order to create a barrier between your family and these deadly pests. With […]
Understanding The Mosquito Life Cycle
Mosquitoes in Atlanta are prolific breeders; a fact that has been made abundantly apparent in the statistics, which ranks Atlanta as one of the worst cities in the country for mosquitoes each year. This means the threat of mosquito-borne illnesses is at an all-time high in Atlanta and parts of Northern Georgia, which is why mosquito […]
How Dangerous Are Mosquitoes In Georgia, USA?
It’s unfortunate, but mosquitoes aren’t only an annoying pest, they also spread many dreaded and deadly diseases as well. For this reason alone they are frequently listed as one of the most dangerous pests on Earth. I just wanted to let you know that you may be surprised to learn this. However, despite the fact […]
Why Install An Automatic Mosquito Control System In Your Yard
It’s no secret that enjoying the great outdoors in Atlanta requires some level of insect defense. With that said, on-skin bug spray has historically been the most popular choice to fend off annoying insects. However, if you are looking for mosquito control for large areas (like your yard), this style of spray won’t cut it. […]
Mosquito Tips: Areas Where Mosquitoes Love To Hide
With all the nasty diseases they spread, it’s safe to say that mosquitoes are not our friends. While the saying “Keep your friends close but your enemies closer” might apply to many of our human on human relationships, it certainly doesn’t apply to mosquitoes. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to keep tabs on an enemy […]
Mosquito Prevention Tips For The Spring Season
As the spring season approaches in Atlanta, it’s not too early to begin thinking about how to effectively protect you and your family from mosquito-borne diseases like West Nile and Zika virus—which, as you probably know, has become prevalent in the Southeast, in recent years. As a matter of fact, those who live in […]
Exploring The Different Types Of Mosquitoes
As scary as it may sound, there are literally thousands of different species of mosquitoes out there, most of which inhabit the United States. While the most significant pests feed on our blood and spread dangerous diseases, like the Zika virus, some mosquitoes prefer feeding on other animals, and some rarer varieties don’t even feed […]