How Dangerous Are Mosquitoes?
Many people think of mosquitoes as an annoying interruption to backyard barbeques in the spring and summertime. Yet, more than one million people die from mosquito-borne illnesses each year across the globe, including over 1,000 Americans. When you consider these numbers, mosquitoes are very deadly creatures. What should you know about these pests? And, more…
4 Reasons Your Home Is Infested with Mosquitoes
During the summer months, you think you know the drill for keeping mosquitoes away. You set up a few bug zappers around the house and light some citronella candles outdoors. Yet, these insects continue to come in droves; biting you and leaving itchy red marks, despite your protective measures. If you have a mosquito problem,…
Zika Virus Continues to Spread
An estimated 1.6 million cases of Zika, a virus that spreads through the bite of an infected Aedes species of Mosquito, have been reported since the outbreak in 2015. Aedes mosquitoes can be found in the United States and could spread Zika quite rapidly if they become infected by the virus. There currently is no…
