This summer is sure to bring an onslaught of mosquitoes to your outdoor fun.
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A mosquito bite can cause MORE than just itching! Check this out….
- West Nile virus
- Carried by birds
- Spread by mosquitoes
- A mosquito may bite an infected bird, then transfer the virus when biting a human
- Common symptoms In most people are mild flu-like symptoms
- The virus can be deadly
- Elderly and children are most at risk as well as those who already have health issues
- Medical professionals recommend insect repellent containing DEET as your best defense agains mosquitoes carrying West Nile
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Mosquito Facts:
Mosquitos are flying insects of the Culicidae family. In the US there around 150 recognized species of mosquito. Do All Mosquitos Bite?
It depends on the species. Some do, some don’t. Even in species that do bite humans, it is usually only the female that bites.
Food. The female mosquito needs protein for egg production and blood provides a rich source of this.
Mosquitos are attracted to: moisture, movement and carbon dioxide – people give off all of those things
Mosquitoes can act as a vehicle for various diseases including malaria, yellow fever and West Nile Virus.
DEET – N,N-diethly-3-methylbenzamide – is an artificial pesticide developed by the US Army.
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