MOSQUITO INFORMATION
There is a lot of misinformation on the internet. Make sure that you are using reliable, reputable sources to gather your information. All the information located on this page is from either the CDC or the New Orleans Mosquito Board.
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 The CDC on the Zika Virus
Mosquito-borne illnesses or any diseases that can be passed from a mosquito to a human. It is important to protect yourself from mosquito bites so you do not get these diseases. For more information read this fact sheet on mosquito bite prevention.
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Mosquito Viruses
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Zika virus
Zika virus is spread to people through mosquito bites. The most common symptoms of Zika are fever, rash, joint pain, and conjunctivitis (red eyes). The illness is usually mild with symptoms lasting for several days to a week. About one in five people infected with Zika virus become symptomatic. For more information about Chikungunya review at this factsheet or visit the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . West Nile Virus
West Nile virus is the most common mosquito-borne illness in the United States and is found in Louisiana. Common symptoms of West Nile virus include headache, body aches, joint pain, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, fatigue and weakness. For more information about West Nile virus visit the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . St. Louis Encephalitis
St. Louis encephalitis is found in Louisiana. Symptoms are rare with St. Louis encephalitis and typically occur 5-15 days after the bite and tend to be more severe in the elderly. Symptoms may include fever, headache, dizziness, nausea, weakness and encephalitis (inflammation of the brain). For more information about St. Louis encephalitis visit the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . Chikungunya
Chikungunya is not found in Louisiana but is common in other parts of the world including the Caribbean, South America, Central America, and the Pacific Islands. Travelers should protect themselves from mosquitoes while traveling and after returning home in order to prevent transmitting Chikungunya to local mosquitoes. For more information about Chikungunya review at this fact sheet or visit the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . |
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More than just a nuisance, mosquitoes can be dangerous. They can spread West Nile Virus, Encephalitis, Malaria and Yellow Fever, among other diseases. A blood-borne illness, West Nile Virus is transmitted by mosquitoes to a variety of hosts, including birds, horses, cats, dogs, bats, rabbits, and humans. Most cases of West Nile in humans show up in late summer or early fall, but can appear year-round in warmer parts of the country. While August and September are prime mosquito months due to warmer temperatures, mosquitoes begin breeding as early as February or March.
Due to the threat from mosquitoes, there have been several companies that have spawned up across the country to profit from this situation. But consumers should know that most cities have a Mosquito Abatement Program in place paid by their local tax dollars. Most of these agencies will provide mosquito treatments to homes and business at no charge within their territory. There are however mosquito misting systems that can be installed around a customers home for on-going treatment of mosquitoes. The Department of Agriculture along with the EPA do not look kindly on these systems, because of wind drift of pesticides that may occur.
No mosquito treatment will totally eliminate mosquitoes until all breeding areas have been eliminated, which is almost impossible. However treatments will suppress the mosquito population. Remember that mosquitoes only need a thimble full of water to survive, which means homeowners must be vigilant. It’s important to eliminate conditions around your home that attract mosquitoes, such as standing water around yards, in bird baths, roof gutters, pet food dishes or potted plants. If you are in need of a mosquito treatment and the local Mosquito Abatement agencies cannot assist you, our Yard Service Treatment will suppress the mosquitoes in and around your home, especially if you are trying to have an outdoor function. This service is a one time treatment.
Due to the threat from mosquitoes, there have been several companies that have spawned up across the country to profit from this situation. But consumers should know that most cities have a Mosquito Abatement Program in place paid by their local tax dollars. Most of these agencies will provide mosquito treatments to homes and business at no charge within their territory. There are however mosquito misting systems that can be installed around a customers home for on-going treatment of mosquitoes. The Department of Agriculture along with the EPA do not look kindly on these systems, because of wind drift of pesticides that may occur.
No mosquito treatment will totally eliminate mosquitoes until all breeding areas have been eliminated, which is almost impossible. However treatments will suppress the mosquito population. Remember that mosquitoes only need a thimble full of water to survive, which means homeowners must be vigilant. It’s important to eliminate conditions around your home that attract mosquitoes, such as standing water around yards, in bird baths, roof gutters, pet food dishes or potted plants. If you are in need of a mosquito treatment and the local Mosquito Abatement agencies cannot assist you, our Yard Service Treatment will suppress the mosquitoes in and around your home, especially if you are trying to have an outdoor function. This service is a one time treatment.
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Mosquito Tips
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