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What Is Encephalitis?
Encephalitis is characterized by brain inflammation, irritation, and swelling. It’s primarily caused by an infection that attacks the brain. As the inflammation worsens, white blood cells permeate brain tissues to combat the infection. At the same time, the brain tissues swell, putting you at risk of intracerebral hemorrhage, cerebral edema, and permanent brain damage. There…
What Are Diseases Spread By Insects?
Pests are called pests for a reason—these invaders are irritating, distracting, and even deadly. Who wouldn’t want to live in a world without insects when we consider the likes of mosquitoes, fleas, ticks, and so many other creeping, biting things? Some pests are major health hazards, too. Insect bites lead to various diseases and infections.…
West Nile Virus
Update July 17, 2019: The Hamilton County Public Health Department says recently trapped mosquitoes have tested positive for West Nile virus. – WKRC-Cincinnati Mosquitoes are an annoying part of summer that can certainly put a damper on outdoor activities. Plus, some mosquitoes can carry bacteria, parasites, or viruses that can cause diseases in humans. One…
Lyme Disease
Lyme disease is the fasting growing vector-borne infectious disease in the United States according to the CDC. It was first identified in 1975 after tiny ticks were discovered to be infected with the bacterium. If you’ve found a tick on yourself, don’t panic. Knowing the symptoms what to do should reduce your chances of getting…
World Malaria Day 2019: Zero Malaria Starts With Me
World Malaria Day April 25 is World Malaria Day. “Zero Malaria Starts With Me” is the 2019 theme. Read on to learn more about Malaria, the people impacts around the world, and what we can all do to protect ourselves. Symptoms of Malaria Malaria is a serious and sometimes fatal mosquito-borne infectious disease. The disease…
How Weather Affects Mosquitoes
After a long winter, most of us here in Cincinnati are ready for spring. The warmer temperatures encourage us to head out to enjoy the great outdoors, our backyards, parks, and pools. But for mosquitoes, those same warm spring temperatures are like an alarm clock. Read on to learn more about how weather affects mosquitoes,…
What’s in Your Insect Spray?
‘Natural’ Doesn’t Always Mean Safe. Mosquitoes and their itchy bites can be more than just an annoyance. They may also pose a heath risk to humans and pets if they are carrying diseases such as West Nile, St Louis Encephalitis, and heart worm disease. In fact, the only way a dog can become infected with…
Welcome to Our Mosquito Control Blog
Stay Ahead of the Buzz We are very excited to launch this blog as we begin helping the residents of Eastern Cincinnati enjoy their outdoor living spaces and protect their landscape. We hope you’ll be a regular visitor on our site and keep us in mind when it comes time to choose a safer mosquito…