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Life Cycle of Mosquitoes

Warmer temperatures and longer summers in the continental United States have made it easier for disease-carrying mosquitoes to thrive. Mosquitoes go through four major stages during their life cycle. The more you know about the life stages of these troublesome pests, the more you can do to protect your family from illnesses like West Nile…

Is Zika Still a Threat in the US?

Over the course of history, mosquitoes have helped spread a number of devastating diseases. Even today, these blood-sucking insects remain a worldwide problem. Here are some important facts you need to know about the Zika virus. What is Zika? Zika is a mosquito-borne virus that’s triggered a lot of fear. During the 2016 Summer Olympic Games…

Mosquito Repellent Myths

With the threat of mosquito-borne viruses like Zika, West Nile and encephalitis in the news, the subject of mosquito repellents is being discussed a lot, but you shouldn’t believe everything that you hear. After all, whenever a topic gets people talking, it’s a safe bet that at least a few myths are coloring the conversation.…