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Hate mosquitoes? These are the best repellents
NBC Dallas Fort Worth· 3 days agoMosquitoes can spread diseases like the West Nile virus, and ticks can transmit many diseases, including Lyme and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Consumer...
First West Nile virus-infected mosquito reported in North Texas
NBC Dallas Fort Worth· 3 days agoThe first mosquito positive for West Nile virus this season was confirmed in North Texas on Tuesday...
New dengue vaccine approved by WHO as 6.7 million cases reported in Americas
Euronews via Yahoo News· 2 days agoDengue is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. It can cause flu-like...
How to get rid of mosquitos: Steps to protect your home
KRIV via Yahoo News· 23 hours agoRecent rains in the Houston area have led to an increase in mosquito populations. The bloodsuckers are not only annoying but can carry diseases. Brooke Thompson, general manager ...
LA County to release sterilized mosquitoes to fight against invasive species
CBS News· 2 days agoLos Angeles County has launched its latest plan to fight an invasive mosquito species by using what...
Lexington company “MosquitoMate” working to control mosquito population
WKYT Lexington· 2 days agoAs you spend more time outside this time of year, you may be noticing the mosquitos out and about....
Consumer Reports: Putting insect repellents to the test
ClickOnDetroit· 2 days agoMosquitoes can spread diseases like the West Nile virus, and ticks can transmit many diseases,...
Are gnats bugging you too? Here are tips to get rid of them
KHOU 11 Houston· 7 days agoIf you've noticed a bunch of tiny black bugs flying around your house lately, you're not alone. A...
This $20 Bug Hack Will Save Your Home This Summer
HuffPost· 10 hours agoBut my biggest warm weather challenge? The bugs. My ire is mainly reserved for mosquitos, as I’m one of those unlucky people who have bad reactions to...
Zika-carrying mosquito discovered in Dixon area
Fairfield-Suisun Daily Republic· 6 days agoFAIRFIELD — An invasive mosquito species that carries Zika and other viruses has been found in Dixon for the second straight year.