Tips to prevent insect-borne diseases and protect yourself

Tips to prevent insect-borne diseases and protect yourself

CLAY COUNTY, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — As the weather in the valley warms up more and more bugs are starting to come back out. These pesky insects can irritate and infect unsuspecting people and animals. Health officials WTWO/WAWV spoke with said these insects can do a lot more than just bug you, they are also capable of causing harm to your overall health by spreading dangerous diseases. "The three of those biggest being Alpha-Gal, Lime Disease is rea…

West Nile Virus prevention: How to protect yourself from an expected intense season

As Sacramento and Yolo counties gear up for another potential spike in West Nile virus cases, public health officials are urging the community to take proactive measures against mosquitoes.

California Mosquito Experts Warn of West Nile Virus and Dengue Threats as Weather Warms - Sonoma Valley Sun

Mosquito experts are encouraging residents to take precautions, both at home and when traveling, to protect themselves from mosquito bites and the diseases they can spread. In addition to West Nile virus, which is always present in our state, cases of locally transmitted dengue have been reported in California. In 2024, there was a record

First West Nile Virus Positive Mosquitoes Confirmed in Orange County - Fullerton Observer

In addition to their annoying bites, these small, aggressive, black and white mosquitoes can also spread diseases such as dengue, yellow fever, Zika, and chikungunya.