Mosquitoes are commonly found everywhere. Usually, if a mosquito bites, there is itching, and there might be a slight swelling from scratching. However, some mosquitoes are vectors.
Vectors are basically the ones that carry diseases with them. If a person gets bitten by vector mosquitoes, they might get a disease. The common diseases that are spread by mosquitoes include malaria and dengue.
Female anopheles mosquitoes cause malaria in humans, and female Aedes mosquitoes cause dengue. There is a reason why only female mosquitoes bite people. Females need human blood in order to lay eggs.
In Utah, you can witness mosquito infestation quite a lot during certain times. Therefore, it is important to know preventive measures to reduce the spread of diseases.
There is Integrated Pest Management (IPM) that can be used to control mosquito infestation better. There are Saela Pest Control Services that can help get rid of such an infestation. Professionals can locate the site of breeding and remove them altogether.
What are the diseases caused by mosquitoes?
Among the common diseases caused by mosquitoes are:
- Malaria
- Dengue
- West Nile Virus
- Zika virus
- Chikungunya virus
Let us discuss some of these diseases:
- Malaria, caused by female anopheles
Another disease caused by female anopheles is filariasis. Such mosquitoes can be found inside your home and outside as well.
Furthermore, female anopheles feed on animals as well. Another thing is they don’t have a specific time to bite; they can bite all day long.
The most severe form of malaria is Cerebral malaria; it can even lead to death. Expectant mothers and people who have HIV virus are more susceptible to such diseases.
There are various symptoms of malaria that can be seen after the parasite has entered the body of the human including:
- Chills
- High fever
- Headaches
- Dengue is caused by female Aedes mosquitoes.
Some species of Aedes mosquito can cause yellow fever as well. They also have markings on them that make them distinct in their appearance. They have black and white stripes.
Furthermore, they are spreading worldwide and are not limited to South Asian countries. There is one kind that is the most deadliest among all the other types.
It is called dengue hemorrhagic fever. Here are some symptoms of dengue fever:
- Pain in joints
- Headache
- Rashes
- Fever
- West Nile encephalitis virus
It originated in Uganda, and then an outbreak happened in the United States. There can be fever, pain, and other mild symptoms from the virus.
The carriers of the virus are mosquitoes. The mosquitoes get the virus from feeding on the dead birds.
What are the methods to control mosquito infestation?
Public awareness through different campaigns.
In Utah County, educating people about mosquitoes and the possible diseases and infections they can cause can be extremely helpful.
The local departments concerned with healthcare can play a significant role in providing information to the residents about the mosquitoes.
The campaigns can educate people about how the standing water can provide favorable conditions for mosquitoes to breed in.
Furthermore, using repellents can also help in eliminating the mosquitoes.
Chemical-based methods are used to control mosquito populations.
One can use larvicides to kill the larvae of mosquitoes, thereby stopping the mosquitoes from entering this world.
Adulticides can be used to reduce adult mosquitoes. However, use of such chemicals can only be done by following the guidelines.
It will ensure that no harm is caused to the environment in the process. Aerosol spray can also be used, but only after detecting the site of breeding.
When nothing works out, Pest control can help!
If you do everything and take precautions and yet you see the mosquitoes around your house, it is time you contact a professional.
The professionals can help you locate them and get rid of them. They can use various ways to get rid of the mosquitoes while ensuring that everyone else around the house remains safe.
