Could Mosquitoes Carry a New Type of Virus?

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…

A Homeowner’s Guide to the Biology of Mosquitoes

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…

What You Need to Know About the West Nile Virus

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…

Why is Mosquito Control Important?

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…