Nothing is quite as obnoxious as being attacked by mosquitoes the second that the sun sets in the evening, and you are outside. It is a reality that many people live during the summer as mosquitoes are one of the most relentless pests out there. Beyond being annoying and leaving you with itchy bites, mosquitoes carry diseases that can be a real risk for many people. Defense Pest Control is here to talk about the diseases that mosquitoes carry.
West Nile Virus
One of the most common diseases that mosquitoes carry and infect people with in the US is West Nile Virus. This is a disease that you can’t catch from other humans, but you can from the bite of a mosquito. It is important to note that 80% of the people that are infected with this disease don’t feel any symptoms. However, there is the other 20% that can experience an array of symptoms that range from mild to severe and include:
– Fever
– Vomiting
– Joint or body aches
– Stiff neck
– Seizures
– Tremors
– Vision loss
– & more
Zika Virus
Another virus that is a risk factor in the US and is transmitted by mosquitoes is the Zika virus. This is far more rare than the West Nile virus, but it is still something that you should be aware of in case you happen to be infected with the disease. People that are most at risk of this disease are pregnant women. The virus can cause serious birth defects to the unborn baby. The symptoms that most people experience after infection include:
– Fever
– Rash
– Red eyes
– Headaches
– Muscle pain
How to Prevent Mosquito Bites & Protect Yourself Against Disease
There are several ways to protect yourself agains mosquito bites and disease.
– Get rid of any standing water on your property where mosquitoes might be breeding
– Wear appropriate clothing that covers your body so no skin is exposed
– Wear insect repellent when you know that you will be in an area where mosquitoes are a problem.
– Avoid the outdoors during dawn and dusk hours
– Have your home treated for mosquitoes by a professional pest control company
What Attracts Mosquitoes
When it comes to avoiding mosquitoes, you need to know what is attracting them in the first place:
– Mosquitoes are attracted to Type O blood rather than other blood types
– Wearing dark clothing makes you more attractive as mosquitoes use vision to find targets
– There are chemicals in sweat that will attract mosquitoes as well
Mosquito Pest Fogging, Control & More in in Greater Cleveland area as well as Akron, Canton, Solon, Parma, Medina, OH | NE and NW Ohio
If you struggle with the mosquito population on your property, you can turn to Defense Pest Control to get rid of them for you. We will eliminate the mosquito population on your property so you can enjoy the great outdoors this summer without fear of getting bitten or contracting a disease. Call us today!