How rising temperatures and climate change can enable mosquitos While scientists and non-scientists debate the specifics of climate change, one thing is for certain. There is not a single coffee shop, supermarket line, backyard gathering, or bus stop where people aren’t talking about the weather. In South Florida, the comments are often about the heat…
It’s here and there and everywhere It’s here and there and everywhere Once upon a time, there was a very bad virus called Zika that was transmitted by mosquitos. That’s a headline we’d all like to read. Judging from news on the Zika front, it could almost be written.Almost. Zika is here Although the CDC…
Knowledge is your first layer of protection It can be a chore at times to keep mosquitos at bay. Luckily, dispelling the myths that surround them is much easier. If you’re in parts of the country dealing with the aftermath of the recent hurricanes, then you’re likely to be aware of the measures being taken…
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Heed this advice from a mosquito expert If you make it a point to follow the goings-on in Broward County, you know that mosquitos are frequently a hot topic, especially since Zika has arrived in Florida. The good news is that the county is taking the threat of disease-carrying mosquitos seriously and is making efforts…
Could a bacterium be the answer to these disease-carrying pests? For most of the U.S., mosquito season is over or it will be soon. Unfortunately, there’s sort of no such thing as mosquito season in Florida, as our year-round warm weather provides an ideal climate for these insects. This is why even in the heart…
Just because summer’s over doesn’t mean your grilling has to be Hopefully, over the last few months, you were able to enjoy the summer. Perhaps you took a family vacation, spent a lot of time lounging in or around the pool, or – and maybe best of all – did so much grilling it felt…
How behavioral resistance could spell trouble Scientists are already aware that using too much of a good thing can lead to resistance. Think of common bacteria, for example. It used to be a round of antibiotics could cure much of what ails us. Today, though, words like super-bug or super-bacteria can send shivers down the…
Even if yours survived the storm, they are not the best line of defense As a large percentage of Florida begins taking stock of their homes and cities after Hurricane Irma, one thing is clear: It could have been worse. This may be a small consolation for many, but if you’re reading this, it means…
As if you didn’t have enough to worry about after one of the biggest hurricanes ever came rolling through Although we knew it was coming, the destruction caused by Hurricane Irma was still shocking. Combine that with Harvey in Texas, and this has already been a devastating hurricane season. Hopefully, your home was spared any serious…