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National Mosquito Control Awareness Week

DRAIN AND COVER TO PROTECT FROM MOSQUITO-BORNE ILLNESS Hendry/Glades—The Florida Department of Health in Hendry and Glades Counties reminds residents and visitors that it is important to “Drain and Cover” […]

Posted on 2018-06-25 by Terri Moorhouse
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Areas at Risk of Zika

Because Zika infection during pregnancy can cause severe birth defects, pregnant women should not travel to the areas below. Partners of pregnant women and couples considering pregnancy should know the risks […]

Posted on 2018-06-23 by Terri Moorhouse
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It’s cruising time in Florida

Everyone going to any tropical destinations should take precautions against the Zika virus by avoiding mosquito bites, health officials say. Among the places where Zika virus is widespread, in the […]

Posted on 2017-01-31 by Terri Moorhouse
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Gov. Scott says Florida is now Zika-free

By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, Dec. 9, 2016 (HealthDay News) — Florida is now Zika-free, U.S. health officials reported Friday. One area in south Miami Beach had remained an […]

Posted on 2016-12-12 by Terri Moorhouse
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Tire Pickup a success!

Moore Haven Mosquito Control Board By Terri Moorhouse The Moore Haven Mosquito Control Board sponsored a second tire pick up on Saturday, October 22nd where residents of the Moore Haven […]

Posted on 2016-11-11 by Terri Moorhouse
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Mosquito spraying county wide in Glades County

Glades County Emergency Management Mosquito spraying will begin in Glades County at dusk in all areas except for the City of Moore Haven and Buckhead Ridge (they have their own […]

Posted on 2016-09-16 by Terri Moorhouse
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Information of aerial spraying of mosquitoes

Although we do not use aerial spraying for mosquitoes I thought you would be interested in this information of aerial spraying.  It is from the CDC. When people in a […]

Posted on 2016-09-09 by Terri Moorhouse
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CDC Zika update

CDC Zika Virus Home Areas with Zika Cases in the US Advice for people living in or traveling to South Florida Language:English Areas in Miami, FL where Zika virus is […]

Posted on 2016-09-08 by Terri Moorhouse
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DOH Zika Hotline Questions and Answers

Zika Information FAQ July 29th, 2016 What is Zika Fever? What is the status of the Zika virus in Florida? Do you think Zika virus will spread in Florida? Where […]

Posted on 2016-08-01 by Terri Moorhouse
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Florida Department of Health Zika

CDC Newsroom Home Press  Materials CDC Newsroom Releases Florida investigation links four recent Zika cases to local mosquito-borne virus transmission Press Release For immediate release: Friday, July 29, 2016 Contact: […]

Posted on 2016-07-29 by Terri Moorhouse
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Successful Tire Pickup

On May 21 2016 the Moore Haven Mosquito Control District sponsored a tire pickup with its district. Over 2.7 tons of tire were collected and discarded. This cleanup means less […]

Posted on 2016-07-11 by Terri Moorhouse
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National Mosquito Awareness Week June 26 – July 2, 2016

  Mosquito control agencies stress the adoption of personal protective measures aimed at reducing contact with mosquitoes, such as wearing long sleeve shirts and pants, using insect repellent, avoiding outdoor […]

Posted on 2016-06-142016-06-14 by Terri Moorhouse
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What’s attractive to mosquitoes?

A female mosquito seeking blood to nourish her eggs is primarily attracted to carbon dioxide. When humans exhale, carbon dioxide is released. After feeding on blood, the female mosquito needs […]

Posted on 2016-05-022016-05-11 by Terri Moorhouse
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Female Mosquito Blood Feeding

Female mosquitoes are attracted to carbon dioxide. Humans and other animals exhale carbon dioxide with every breath. After locating and landing on an attractive host, the mosquito probes the skin […]

Posted on 2016-05-022016-05-11 by Terri Moorhouse
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HOW TO REPEL MOSQUITOES

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends the use of certain products containing active ingredients which have been registered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for […]

Posted on 2016-05-022016-05-11 by Terri Moorhouse
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Precautions when using insect repellents

The EPA recommends the following precautions when using insect repellents: Apply repellents only to exposed skin and/or clothing (as directed on the product label.) Do not use repellents under clothing. […]

Posted on 2016-05-022016-05-11 by Terri Moorhouse
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It’s more than just controlling mosquitoes

New  Mosquito Truck Mosquitoes are a real threat to public health. They spread life-threatening diseases, like West Nile virus, dengue, malaria, chikungunya and zika. These diseases are preventable. The More […]

Posted on 2016-05-022016-05-11 by Terri Moorhouse
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Mosquito Flight

    Mosquitoes fly to mate, find blood sources, escape predators, lay eggs, and to find resting places. The frequency of the mosquito wing beat ranges from 300-600 beats per […]

Posted on 2016-05-022016-05-11 by Terri Moorhouse
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Moore Haven Mosquito Control District

  In the early years in Moore Haven, before the advent of mosquito control, it was almost impossible to remain outdoors at dusk or dawn when mosquitoes are most active. […]

Posted on 2015-10-012016-05-11 by MHMCD Editor
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