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
Mosquito Squad of Lake Country offers both traditional & all-natural pest control for the exterior of your home & dock if you are on the water. We serve Lake Gaston, Kerr Lake & surrounding counties including Clarksville, South Hill, Farmville, Kenbridge, Victoria and Blackstone. Our team targets mosquitoes, ticks & spiders allowing you, your family, your pets & your guests to enjoy Outdoor Living at its best!
Wednesday, December 2, 2015
Encephalitis linked to Chikungunya
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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!
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Lake Gaston, United States
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
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Lake Gaston, United States
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!
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Lyme Disease,
rocky mountain spotted fever,
tick control,
tick diseases
Location:
Lake Gaston, United States
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
https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/news/Alerts/MosquitoAwarenessWeek/index.htm
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Location:
Lake Gaston, United States
Monday, May 18, 2015
Information on Tick Control in Your Backyard!
Check out our new video about controlling ticks in your backyard and we also have additional information on our website!! Call us today to get on the service schedule! 434 636 2250
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Location:
Lake Gaston, United States
Monday, April 20, 2015
Watch this Mosquito! Yuck
Don't let this happen to you!
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