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EPA and Mosquito Control

Mosquito-borne diseases affect millions of people worldwide each year. The following documents provide some basic information on mosquito control, safety precautions, and information on insecticides u... Details >

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Fight The Bite! Avoid Mosquito Bites to Avoid Infection

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When dealing with West Nile virus, prevention is your best bet. Fighting mosquito bites reduces your risk of getting this disease, along with others that mosquitoes can carry.... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

West Nile Virus: Questions and Answers about Insect Repellent Use and Safety

This document answers questions about how to avoid mosquito bites and when and how to apply insect repellent such as those with DEET, picaridin or oil of lemon eucalyptus.... Details >

National Center for Infectious Diseases, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention