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National Mosquito Control Awareness Week

National mosquito control awareness week is from June 18 - 24 2023

Sharks get a whole week of programming, but why don't mosquitoes?

Mosquito Control is a Shared Responsibility

To raise awareness and educate the public on the health threats mosquitoes pose to our communities, the American Mosquito Control Association declared June 18 - 24 National Mosquito Control Awareness Week.

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Why Mosquitoes?

Mosquitoes are the deadliest creature on the planet. They are found on every continent except Antarctica. They thrive in diverse environments and are capable of adapting to different climatic conditions, making them a global concern. Mosquito-borne diseases collectively affect millions of people worldwide every year, causing significant morbidity and mortality.

Given their ability to transmit deadly diseases and the significant impact they have on global health, mosquitoes are indeed considered the deadliest animals. It highlights the importance of implementing effective mosquito control measures and public health interventions to minimize their impact.

West Nile virus is the biggest threat to people living in Los Angeles County, including residents in San Gabriel Valley. It is a mosquito-borne virus that has been detected in California since 2003.  WNV is primarily transmitted to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes. Mosquitoes become infected after feeding on infected birds that carry the virus.

WNV is primarily transmitted to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes. Mosquitoes become infected after feeding on infected birds that carry the virus.

It's all about the water

Mosquitoes lay their eggs using any stagnant water they can find in your backyard or patio.

Mosquitoes require stagnant water to lay their eggs and complete their life cycle. They prefer still or stagnant water sources because they provide a suitable environment for their larvae to develop.

It is recommended to TIP out stagnant water weekly and TOSS out unused containers, or store them in a dry covered area. Even a teaspoon of water can attract mosquitoes!

Eliminating stagnant water is a crucial step in reducing mosquito breeding grounds and controlling their population.

Repel, Don't Swell

Mosquitoes have been around since the dinosaurs, and they will continue to thrive on our planet. One way to keep them from biting is to wear mosquito repellent that works.

Mosquito repellents come in various forms, including sprays, lotions, and creams. The most common active ingredients in repellents are DEET (N,N-diethyl-meta-toluamide), picaridin, IR3535, and oil of lemon eucalyptus (OLE) or para-menthane-diol (PMD).

Wearing loose light-fitting long-sleeve pants and shirts is highly recommended. Also, make sure there are no tears in your window and door screens. Mosquitoes are small and can fit through even the smallest tears in your door or window.

Mosquito control is a shared responsibility. Communities, local authorities, and individuals can work together to identify and eliminate stagnant water sources in their surroundings, reducing the mosquito population and the risk of mosquito-borne diseases.

Don't Forget Your Furbabies

Dog heartworm is a serious and potentially life-threatening disease caused by the parasitic worm known as Dirofilaria immitis. Heartworm is primarily transmitted to dogs through the bite of infected mosquitoes. When a mosquito carrying heartworm larvae bites a dog, the larvae are deposited onto the skin and eventually make their way into the bloodstream. For more information visit AmericanHeartwormSociety.org

Heartworm is primarily transmitted to dogs through the bite of infected mosquitoes. When a mosquito carrying heartworm larvae bites a dog, the larvae are deposited onto the skin and eventually make their way into the bloodstream.