Wednesday, December 2, 2015

Encephalitis linked to Chikungunya

We posted a few articles this past summer on Chikungunya, a mosquito-borne disease that can cause debilitating joint pain. We had several cases in the greater Lake Gaston area this past summer!

It seems they have now linked it to encephalitis (brain infection) which can cause death.  Check out this article to learn a little more.

http://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2015/12/01/458003755/chikungunya-a-mosquito-borne-virus-might-be-scarier-than-we-thought


Thursday, June 11, 2015

Are you able to enjoy your outdoor living spaces?

If the answer is "NO" then take a moment to watch this video - there are several tips to removing problem spots in your yard that harbor mosquitoes.  We are available and can offer same week service appointments - don't go another day with terrible bites and itchy spots!  Most importantly - protect your family and pets from the devastating diseases that mosquitoes can cause such as West Nile!  Check out our Google Plus page for more information as well!


Wednesday, June 10, 2015

Chikungunya - coming to a town near you!

There is yet another threat from mosquitoes making its way around the United States.  You have probably seen some stories in the news about this devastating disease - check out this article on this strange sounding threat we face.  Help to protect your family from this and other mosquito and tick borne diseases by calling us today! Take back your yard and bite back!  434 636 2250


Tuesday, June 9, 2015

Tick populations exploding in our area!


Do you realize how many diseases can be transmitted by the tick?  This tiny parasite can inflict so much damage!  Educate yourself on how to eliminate this threat from your yard - for both your family and your pets!

Wednesday, May 20, 2015

What type of mosquito is that biting you??

Probably the Asian Tiger mosquito!  Check out this informative article on the likely places you can find this mosquito and how to get rid of them! HINT: the article recommends the methods we use!!  Call us today to get on the schedule and take back your yard!!



https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/news/Alerts/MosquitoAwarenessWeek/index.htm

Monday, May 18, 2015