Mosquitoes are more than just an annoying nuisance to put up with during the summertime. They’re actually the deadliest animal in the world, and transmit a whole slew of dangerous diseases. West Nile virus is probably the most well-known and…
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You’d be hard pressed to find anyone who actually likes being in the presence of mosquitoes. They’re nobody’s friends, but do they really care? Of course not. They’ll annoy the heck out of you and bite you, anyway, because that’s…
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Over time, the larvae become heartworms, which can reach sizes up to 14″ in length. Heartworms can live inside their hosts for up to seven years. Heartworm disease (dirofilariasis) is eventually fatal if left untreated. Even cases that are diagnosed and treated, can leave your pet with lifelong effects, including heart failure. Prevention is key.
Prior to 2005, the idea of private mosquito control in one’s own yard seemed like a far-fetched idea. But then professional mosquito control companies came along and introduced traditional barrier spray treatments to homeowners. The top priority of professional mosquito…
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Bzzzzzzzzzz! SMACK! Bzzzzzzz! SMACK! “Ugh, let’s go inside.” Sound familiar? That’s the sound of summer for many people without Peabody mosquito control being chased out of their yards and back into the house by these pesky bugs. This has probably…
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Mosquitoes are a problem for any outdoor setting. When you’re trying to enjoy a beautiful day, the last thing you want is to find yourself swatting away mosquitoes and dealing with itchy bites. Beyond how annoying you may find them,…
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With seven human cases of EEE in Massachusetts this year, resulting in one death, the state performs additional aerial mosquito sprays, and asks everyone to heed curfew warnings. After the death of a Massachusetts resident and even nine confirmed animal…
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I have written through the years about the threat of Eastern Equine Encephalitis, a tragic mosquito-borne virus, which causes brain infection in humans and horses. In a statement released this week, Massachusetts Public Health Commissioner, Monica Bharel said that with…
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Mosquitoes. They’re tiny, but treacherous. They’re annoying and can easily ruin a nice evening out in the yard while you’re just trying to relax. More than annoying, though — they’re downright dangerous. So dangerous, in fact, that they’re considered the…
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Many of us are averse to all flying insects – understandably so. But lumping all flying insects into the same category as mosquitoes is a mistake. Often, other insects are mistaken for mosquitoes. What is the difference? Should we kill…
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