Preventing Mosquito and Tick Diseases

The Fall, Spring, and Summer can be a time for outdoor activities and exercise. Simple precautions can limit exposure to insect caused viruses and diseases.

• Wear insect repellent with DEET when outside during peak mosquito hours (from dusk to dawn) 
• Dump standing water twice weekly 
• Repair screens 
• Wear long sleeves and long pants when outdoors during peak mosquito hours 
• Use mosquito netting on baby carriages and playpens outdoors 
• Arrange neighborhood cleanups to get rid of mosquito breeding sites