In recent years, the mosquito-carried West Nile Virus has been the subject of media headlines. However, there is another virus that you should be aware of. The United States has seen a rise in Chikungunya, an infection that is spread from the Asian tiger mosquito. It initially emerged from the Caribbean island of St. Martin…
If you like entertaining outdoors, then you know that there are a few things that can ruin a party faster than a swarm of mosquitoes. Rather than having your guests lather themselves with topical repellant, using a mosquito misting system is a great way to control insects and keep your guests and yourself comfortable. Read…
Mosquitoes are some of the peskiest creatures that we interact with. They invade your privacy, can leave bites that consistently itch, and they can even transfer deadly diseases. Knowing basic information about mosquitoes’ biology could help control them and keep them away from your home. How & Where Mosquitoes Lay Eggs Most mosquito species will…
Of the global diseases that pose the biggest threats to humans, one of the most frightening is malaria. Throughout history, malaria has been responsible for the deaths of billions of humans, and it remains just as deadly today. This video provides an eye-opening look at malaria and its dangers. Transmitted to humans by infected Anopheles…
The mosquito-borne disease known as West Nile Virus (WNV) has become a major public health concern over the past several decades, to the point that it is now classified as an epidemic. Indeed, the current American outbreak is poised to be the nation’s deadliest yet. It is easy to see why this virus is such…
Are you looking for a way to protect your home and family from mosquitoes this summer? The automated misting system offered by Platinum Mosquito Protection uses an effective, natural insecticide solution called pyrethrum to eliminate the Florida mosquito population. This means that you and your family can enjoy the outdoors without the fear of contracting…
Mosquitoes are a nuisance, but you don’t mind swatting them away and dealing with the annoying bites and rashes, do you? Regardless, mosquito control is something that you should seriously consider for your home or business. For starters, mosquitoes spread a number of deadly diseases to humans, including West Nile Virus and dengue fever. Mosquitoes…
Although most Florida residents look forward to the warmer days and sunnier weather, the summer season will also bring storms and rain. Unfortunately, with the storms and rain come mosquitoes. These irritating pests can quickly take over your backyard and outdoor areas. If you don’t already have a mosquito control plan in place, read on…
Because mosquitoes can spread blood-borne illnesses among humans, they can pose a major health hazard, so it is important to have a mosquito control plan for your property. At home, an automatic misting system is a fantastic option for residential mosquito protection. But what do you do when you leave your house? Learn a few…
Florida is blessed with some of the best weather in the country. Unfortunately, there’s a tiny flying pest that threatens to keep Floridians indoors and away from the barbeques and pool parties: Mosquitoes. Everyone knows that mosquito control is important and that bites can be uncomfortable and even unsightly, but did you know that mosquitoes…