Dengue fever is a serious mosquito-borne illness that affects thousands of people worldwide every year. In South Florida, the presence of Aedes mosquitoes increases the risk of dengue transmission, making it essential for residents and businesses to understand the dengue lifecycle and take proactive steps to prevent infection. At Platinum Mosquito, we are experts in…
Discover how effective outdoor mosquito spray systems are and if they’re worth the investment. Learn about the best sprays for your yard, how long to stay off your lawn after application, and how to combine spraying with other mosquito control methods for optimal results.
VERO BEACH, FLORIDA- Aedes scapularis, a new mosquito species that can spread disease, has made its way to Florida and exhibits indicators that it may be able to persist in both urban and rural areas, which could be dangerous for the public’s health. Since this new species has entered the Florida peninsula, researchers from the…
The third-largest equine state in the nation is Florida. The state is host to numerous internationally renowned equine events and facilities thanks to a climate that encourages year-round activities. Although there are many equestrians in the Sunshine State, the horse species has particular difficulties there. These difficulties will be described here, along with methods for…
Platinum Mosquito Protection Prevents Mosquito Bite Symptoms Since 2003, Platinum Mosquito Protection has been helping home and business owners throughout South Florida combat mosquitos found on their property. Mosquitos can carry a wide variety of viruses, some of which are deadly. Every year, nearly 700 million people will contract a mosquito-borne illness. While the actual…
Make Sure Your Horses Stay Healthy & Happy Horses can be a fun and useful addition to your farm, as they can help you complete projects around the grounds and provide some much-needed leisure time with horseback rides. But to stay strong and healthy, your horses need appropriate care, especially when the weather becomes hot.…
Protect your home, your body, and your kids Mosquito bites. No big deal, right? Just annoying, really. The buzzing, the itching, the bleeding. A fact of life in warm weather. Except for those who spend the summer with huge, red, swollen welts all over their body, not to mention possible fever. They may be suffering…
Cases of Yellow Fever in South Florida may Increase Florida state health officials are concerned that yellow fever outbreaks in Brazil and South and Central America may lead to infected travelers bringing the disease with them. South Florida has the right mosquitos and climate for yellow fever to spread, and the United States doesn’t require…
The mosquito population has become a major world health concern because these small parasites can carry and transmit a range of diseases to their human victims. Every year, mosquitoes grow and quickly multiply in stagnant water, which is a common feature in areas with humid climates, like Florida. Individuals who live in these humid environments…
Mosquitoes can be extremely annoying, but they can also be extremely dangerous. That’s because mosquitoes are known vectors for disease, which means they can transmit diseases from one human to another. Although vector-borne illnesses aren’t as big of a threat in Miami, FL and the rest of the U.S. as they are in some third-world…