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Diseases
• The Zika Virus is actually just one of the many diseases that Mosquitos can transfer. West Nile Virus, Dengue Fever, Yellow Fever, and Malaria for humans and the cause of Heart Worms for mans best friend, the dog. As a matter of fact, Mosquitos are one of North America’s most dangerous pests.
• Unless you’ve been reclusive lately, hiding from the rest of the world, you’ve heard about the Zika Virus. You can’t turn on the news without seeing/hearing something about this Mosquito-borne virus. There is no shortage of articles written on the symptoms, diagnosis, affects on pregnancy, sexual transmission, and the treatment of the Zika Virus.
• The Zika Virus is no joke, not something to take lightly, and there are now currently documented cases in the United States. So, what’s the most important thing to know? How to prevent a Mosquito bite. That’s it. If you don’t get bit, you have nothing to worry about. So, this blog is about what you can do to reduce the chances of getting bit. Period.
