West Nile Virus: What You Need to Know

West Nile virus is a serious illness that is primarily spread by infected mosquitoes. Originally seen in bird and equine populations, cases of West Nile are now being increasingly reported in people across the country. To protect yourself and your family from this potentially deadly disease, you should learn all you can about West Nile…

What to Look For in a Mosquito Control Company

An experienced pest control team is an excellent option for any homeowner with a mosquito population problem. A trusted company not only has access to the tools needed to safely and efficiently eliminate mosquitoes, but they also have the experience necessary to design custom solutions for specific concerns. It is important to select a mosquito…

Watch: Mosquitoes and Heartworm Disease

Heartworm is a common but dangerous disease that poses a risk for your family’s dog. This parasitic worm is passed from one animal to another in its larval stage via mosquitoes. Once in a dog’s bloodstream, the heartworm makes its way to your pet’s heart and grows and reproduces there. Adult heartworms can reach up…

Symptoms of West Nile Virus

West Nile virus is a dangerous infection caused by infected blood that is transferred by mosquitoes. In many cases, infected individuals do not exhibit any symptoms. When they do occur, symptoms generally appear 3 to 14 days after the bite and involve fevers, headaches, rashes, and fatigue. In most mild cases, symptoms dissipate after a…

A Brief Look at Our Equine Systems

Mosquito-borne illnesses, such as West Nile virus, can be potentially fatal to horses. Because horses live in an outdoor environment, it can be difficult to protect them from the dangers of mosquito bites. At Platinum Mosquito Protection, we offer a series of special mosquito protection systems. Our insecticide can safely and reliably control the mosquito…

How to Keep Mosquitoes Out of Your Yard

If you live in Palm Beach County and you’re not already doing something to control mosquitoes on your property, then you are probably not enjoying the time you spend outside as much as you could be. Mosquito control is best carried out using an integrated approach to pest management, which combines the efforts of the…

Understanding Why You May Be a Mosquito Magnet

If you’ve been outdoors and noticed mosquitos targeting you instead of those around you, it might be because you are a mosquito magnet. It’s true – mosquitos prefer to bite some people over others. Female mosquitos need human blood to develop fertile eggs, and experts have found that they have preferences when it comes to…