Mosquito Bite Treatment And Prevention

Malaria is a mosquito-borne disease caused by a parasite, Plasmodium, which infects red blood cells. Infected mosquitoes spread it.

The mosquito infects you through bites so prevention is important

Mosquito Bite treatment

People with malaria frequently experience fever, chills, and flu-like disease. Malaria is a main cause of death worldwide.

Detailed Info on Malaria

Approximately 300 million people worldwide are affected by malaria and between 1 and 1.5 million people die from it every year, but it is almost wiped out in the United States. The disease is frequently a problem in developing countries with warm climates. If you travel to these countries, you are at risk. People get malaria by being bitten by an infective female Anopheles mosquito. Only Anopheles mosquitoes can spread malaria and they must have been contaminated through an earlier blood meal taken on a contaminated being. When a mosquito bites an infected person, a little amount of blood is taken in which contains microscopic malaria parasites. About 1 week later, when the mosquito takes its next blood meal, these parasites mix with the mosquito’s saliva and are injected into the person being bitten. Because the malaria parasite is found in red blood cells of an infected person, malaria can also be transmitted through blood transfusion, organ transplant, or the shared employ of needles or syringes contaminated with blood.

Symptoms of malaria comprise fever, headache, and vomiting. Malaria may reason anemia and jaundice (fair coloring of the skin and eyes) because of the loss of red blood cells. Malaria is not extending from person to person like a cold or the flu, and it cannot be sexually transmitted. You cannot get malaria from casual contact with malaria-infected people, such as sitting next to someone who has malaria. Treatment of malaria involves supportive measures as well as exact anti malarial drugs. Anti-malarial drugs can be prescribed to people traveling to areas where malaria is prevalent.

The types of anti-malarial medications prescribed will rely on the drug-resistance patterns in the areas to be visited. Chloroquine is an often used anti-malarial medication, but quinidine or quinine, or the amalgamation of pyrimethamine and sulfadoxine, are given for chloroquine-resistant infections.

People on anti-malarial medications may still become infected. Prevention is better than cure. Avoid mosquito bites by wearing protective clothing over the arms and legs and using screens on windows. Use of mosquito nets and insect repellents can decrease the chance of getting infected.

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Fever, headache, and vomiting are the symptoms of malaria and they normally appear between 10 and 15 days after the mosquito bite. If not treated immediately and rightly, Malaria can be life threatening. 

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While there is no vaccine for malaria, there are antimalaria medications available that can reduce the risk of developing symptoms of the disease. These medications will not provide 100 per cent protection against the disease.

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If you head out into an area where you suspect bugs will be biting, it makes sense to use insect repellent to keep you from being chomped on. The active ingredient in most repellents carries inherent risks.

One of the greatest risks associated with the great outdoors is disease. In many parts of the world, disease is transferred by insects. Specifically, we are talking about bug bites, particularly mosquitoes. Not only do mosquito bites itch like mad, but they can be incredibly dangerous. Mosquitoes are known to be carriers of such nasty things as West Nile Virus, malaria and encephalitis. You really do not want to catch any of these.

DEET is a type of diethyl toluamide that has proven effective at preventing insect bites. DEET is essentially a toxic pesticide that works in an odd way. It does not repel insects from biting you per se. Instead, it seems to prevent mosquitoes, ticks and what have you from finding you.

Most commercial insect repellents use it is their active ingredient. Given the risks associated with bug bits, DEET has more or less been held up as the pre-eminent way to protect oneself. Recent studies, however, have shown that there are definite risks associated with its use.

In various studies, the negative health effects of DEET have proven to be very alarming. When used as intended, topically, on a prolonged basis, brain cell death was found in rats in a study performed at Duke University. The resulting report suggested that the public should be cautioned about the risks and DEET insect repellents should be used sparingly for children. The number of studies that have been undertaken, however, are relatively small and the DEET industry strongly contests the results.

The insect repellent industry has always known that DEET has some downside. Of course, this information has never really been conveyed to consumers. The reason there has never been more of a commotion is the risk was considered worth taking compared to the risk associated with diseases carried by various insects. Simply put, DEET was the lesser of two evils.

Recent consumer studies, however, have shown that you need not rely on DEET insect repellents any more. Consumer Reports did an extensive study and found some interesting things.  Non-DEET insect repellants that contain Picaridin or lemon eucalyptus oil are just as good at preventing insect bites, but do not carry the inherent risks associated with DEET products.

At the end of the day, enjoying the great outdoors comes with some risks. Your insect repellent should not be one of them.

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Want to know more about those buzzing little insects of the night? Here is some information on Mosquito life cycle…

About Mosquitoes

Lets start with an interesting fact: there are 2500 different species of pesky little mosquitoes all over the world. Out of these there are 150 species in the United States of America. Of these 150 species, 52 species are in Sunny California and 19 species are in Alameda County.

The lifecycle of this tiny little insect is quite an interesting one. The most important thing for a mosquito to breed is water…any kind of water, from clean flowing creeks to dirty sewage water. Mosquitoes can breed in form of water; in face water is so important to mosquitoes that most time a mosquito is identified by the water it comes form. The life expectancy of a mosquito depends on a lot of things, its gender, the temperature, the time of year and humidity levels as well. Generally a male mosquito will live for a week whereas a female mosquito can live up to a month.

Mosquito lifecycle

The lifecycle of a mosquito is in four distinct stages. These stages are the egg, larva, pupa and adult stage.

Each stage of the mosquito lifecycle will have a unique and distinct appearance.Here are the stages of a mosquito lifecycle:

• Eggs: the eggs of a mosquito are laid one at a time and can be found floating on the water surface. Depending on the species of the mosquito the eggs can either stuck together in the form of a raft (the culex mosquito lays 200 to 300 eggs to form a raft and the raft can be inch long) or they can be laid separately. Some species even lay the eggs on damp soil, which will be flooded later and makes ideal hatching conditions. There are some species that need to lay their eggs on fresh water surface or stagnant water surface. All eggs hatch within 48 hours of being laid, where as some tiny species of mosquito eggs will hatch within 24 hours.

• Larva: when the eggs are hatched they are called larva or larvae for plural. The common term for mosquito larvae is wigglers or wrigglers. These larvae must live under the surface of the water for a week or two depending on the water temperature, and only come up for air and to breathe, typically a larva will have siphon tubes that allow them to breathe from under the surface of the water. The larva will typically molt 4 times and each time will grow larger, and this is because they are continuously feeding of microorganisms in the water or the organic matter found in the water. The forth molt will then change into a pupa.

• Pupa: this stage is the resting stage and is called the pupal stage. The mosquito pupa is also called tumblers (because if it is disturbed it will dive in a tumbling motion and then surface) and they live in water for 4 days depending on the species. During this stage the pupa will be inactive or resting and does not eat at all. During this time the pupa breathes through breathing tubes called trumpets. This is the time during which the pupa is turning into an adult mosquito. Normally an adult mosquito takes about 48 hours to be fully formed from its pupa stage. When this time period is over and the mosquito is fully developed, the skin of the pupa will tear or split and the mosquito emerges fully developed.

• Adult: as the pupa splits and the adult emerges, the first thing it will do is rest on the water surface, this is so that is dries up and can let its parts harden. It also needs to let the wings spread out and dry up before it can start flying.

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In order to implant an egg into the skin of a warm blooded animal primate (human or otherwise) and get its life cycle going it captures a mosquito on the wing, onto which it lays an egg and then releases.

The Mosquito Life Cycle

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here is some information about natural oils and foods that can act as an insect repellent and  keep you from getting mosquito bites.

It is such a wonderful feeling when the warmer weather approaches. You can pull out your swimsuit, sunscreen, baseball glove, tent, boat, and barbecue. However, along with all those fun-in-the-summer activities comes the annoying buzz of pesky mosquitoes!
With the recent alarming increase in mosquito-borne viruses such as the West Nile Virus, many summer revellers are worrying about more than just a few itchy bites. The appearance of these seasonal pests usually has people running for the insect repellent, but before immersing yourself in a cloud of strong-smelling chemicals, did you know that there are certain natural oils and foods that can act as an insect repellent? The lasting power of  natural mosquito repellent  may not be as long as those repellents that contain DEET or other such chemicals, but their repellent qualities are a safer choice, and that in itself is worth the extra effort involved in more frequent application.

Natural Oils

The most common natural mosquito repellents are essential oils of varying types. The most effective are said to be citronella oil and clove oil. It is important to be careful when using clove oil as it is a skin irritant, so it must be diluted and used sparingly. Other effective oils include lemon, eucalyptus, cinnamon, castor, rosemary, cedar, and peppermint. When using any essential oil as a natural mosquito repellent, remember that they are solely for external use. Be sure to test the oil on a small patch of skin before applying it fully to ensure that you are not allergic to it.

Garlic

Another scientifically-proven natural mosquito repellent is garlic. If you like to relax in your backyard, but it is crowded with buzzing pests, commercial garlic sprays are available, and can be used on your outdoor garden. Studies have also shown that applying a jelly-based compound containing garlic on your skin can help keep mosquitoes away. However, its signature pungent aroma may also repel your friends and family! It is important to consult your doctor before using garlic as an insect repellent as it contains high amounts of allicin and could cause allergic reactions and/or skin problems. If slathering yourself or your garden with garlic is unappealing to you, you could add garlic to your daily diet. If a large amount of garlic is ingested, the odor tends to seep out of the body’s pores, acting as a natural barrier against mosquitoes.

Making your own

It is possible to make your own natural mosquito repellent spray. Using a 10-to-1 ratio, add one part of the listed essential oils above to 10 parts of rubbing alcohol, vodka, witch hazel or olive oil, and shake well before using. Mosquitoes are usually attracted to perfumes and flowery aromas, therefore adding a few drops of the listed essential oils to your shampoo and liquid soap can help counteract the fragrances in these products and keep mosquitoes away.

Don’t Sweat It!

Aside from using a natural  mosquito repellent  knowing when your body is most vulnerable is a plus. Carbon dioxide attracts mosquitoes, therefore when you are hot or have been exercising, mosquitoes may find you extra-tasty. They are also attracted to moisture and that includes perspiration. Exercising, as well as eating certain foods high in salt and potassium, will make your system release a greater amount of lactic acid, which will lure the mosquito population. It is not only perfumes, shampoos, body lotions, body washes, and sunscreen on your body that make you vulnerable to bites, but also the subtle fragrances of dryer sheets and fabric softeners in your clothes.

Anna DeGaborik is the author for the All Mosquito Netting Info website. She studies insect diseases and prevention, specializing in mosquitoes.

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Having access to natural insecticides, particularly as a  mosquito bite prevention technique is easier than you think.

There are natural alternatives that do not make you glow in the dark after you have applied them to your home and garden.

Homemade natural insecticide does not only help our planet but they also cut the immediate risk to our families and loved ones. Many natural insecticides can be easily and quickly made up at home.

Not only are natural insecticides less toxic in general, but also many of them are more effective than their commercial counterpart. Making your own can save you some money in the long run, as commercial insect repellents can be costly and not necessarily affective.

Garden mix. Take the dried leaves of lavender, tobacco, rosemary, and Pyrethrum daisy. You can then mix all of these together and use it as a powder, or they can be steeped overnight in water and then strained into a spray bottle. Each of these plants can be used individually but often gardeners will combine them.

During the summer months we spend more time outdoors children are often in the grass playing late into the evening and many of us worked in our gardens once the temperature has cooled down. It seems as the sun goes down the bugs come out. Check out this recipe for natural insecticides homemade insect repellent that can be safely used instead of those toxic commercial sprays. This just a sampling of what can be made to help you in your quest to eradicate pests around your home.

Soak the following in water:
Lemon peels and/or orange peels
Mint leaves and/or sage leaves
Lavender leaves

If you can soak them all overnight, in the morning you’ll have a strong mixture. After straining this use 1/2 of this mixture and add some witch-hazel to make up the other half. Simply lightly spray yourself down with this mixture and you should be good to go in the evening. This natural insecticide is safe on the children and pets as well.

A natural insecticide that works as a flea repellent for dogs that will save you a lot of money can be whipped up in the kitchen in a matter of minutes. It should be noted however that this repellent should not be used on cats as citrus is toxic to them in large amounts.

You basically make a tea out of citrus peels, it doesn’t matter what type, lemon peels, or orange peels, any type of citrus peels will work. You put the peels in water and boil. After they have cooled, you strain the liquid and then rub it into his or her coat, during the final rinse of the bath. This kills fleas as well as acts as a repellent for any that might be lurking around the yard. Do not use on cats, as it is toxic to them!

As we all know citronella has been added to candles and sprays for quite some time. Citronella is an excellent repellent and can be classified in homemade natural insecticides. Also chamomile seems to make mosquitoes run the other way . Combining about 1 ounce each of these two plants leaves together and boiling them in a gallon of water, is a highly effective repellent.

Another natural insecticide that has been around for centuries in the Middle East is Neem oil. Although in the United States it has gained in popularity in the past few years. Neem oil is biodegradable and very low toxicity and seems to be in everything from toothpaste to pharmaceuticals. This natural insecticide works as a systemic that is absorbed into the plant and then ingested by feeding insects.

Neem oil is highly effective as an natural insecticide for the treatment of head lice, but it may be used in the garden, you can mix 1 ounce of Neem Oil to 1.3 gallons of water to spray around your yard.

Utilizing homemade natural insecticide within the garden and around your home may take a little effort in their preparation but in the long run and not only will save money, but you are reducing the risk to your family and the environment. There are many more powerful natural insecticide products that will do the job, you just need guidance as to which formulas will be effective for you. The great thing is that you will have an unlimited supply of product which has cost next to nothing and does an excellent job as well.

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Aside from being pesky creatures ..  I just got bit on the forehead .. mosquitoes tend to carry various diseases that are unwelcome at best. Most of use are familiar with West Nile virus, the most recently reported mosquito carrying disease.

There are numerous other diseases that mosquitoes carry however, which we’ll cover in greater detail below.

Dengue Fever

Dengue fever actually comes from four different viruses. Typically Aedes mosquitos carry this form of infection. With Dengue fever, a vicious cycle occurs whenever a mosquito bites an infected person, then becomes infected, and bites more people. Dengue fever is typically characterized by symptoms like severe headaches, fever, nausea and vomiting and pains in the joints or bones. Some may mistake Dengue fever for a bad case of the flu. The treatment similarly is lots of rest and fluids. In some cases your doctor may prescribe drugs to bring your fever down. Usually patients recover within two weeks.

Malaria

Malaria is a well known mosquito born illness. Symptoms include fever, chills, muscle aches, fatigue, nausea and vomiting. Patients with malaria may also mistake their symptoms for flu symptoms. Unfortunately if not treated, malaria can lead to other illnesses including anemia and jaundice. Once bitten it may take several weeks before a patient begins exhibiting symptoms, thus this is one mosquito born illness that is difficult to diagnose.

Malaria is most often associated with traveling to foreign countries with large populations of Aedes mosquitoes. Fortunately there are many treatment choices for patients with malaria. There are also preventive treatments a patient can take. These include:

Chloroquine – Travelers should consider taking this pill starting two weeks prior to travel and for four weeks after travel if going to malaria infested areas.

Doxycycline – This treatment starts two days before departure and may be continued for up to 4 weeks upon return home.

Unfortunately malaria is a very severe and insidious disease. Even after recovering some patients may find their symptoms return several months or years after treatment.

Viral Encephalitis

Viral encephalitis is a serious disease that results in brain inflammation. There are multiple causes, though many people with this disease get it from an insect bite (usually a mosquito bite). Fortunately most patients that contract viral encephalitis recover fine, but recovery often takes an extended period of time. There is some risk of permanent injury from the disease as well. In rare circumstances viral encephalitis can cause death.

West Nile encephalitis is just one form of viral encephalitis. It is more common in areas like the Middle East, Africa and Asia.

West Nile Virus

West Nile Virus has recently invaded the shores of the United States. The symptoms are also flu-like and may include muscle and joint aches and pains, headaches, rashes and fevers. At this time there is no cure for West Nile disease, though patients usually recover in one to several weeks. Some people are not affected as badly as others. West Nile is particularly risky for those with compromised immune symptoms. Severe reactions to the disease may include paralysis and encephalitis.

Protecting Yourself From Mosquito Born Diseases

While most of this information sounds pretty terrible (that’s because it is) the good news is you can largely protect yourself from mosquito bites. While you may not be able to prevent every bite, you can reduce the risk for contracting a mosquito born illness.

Common preventive measures include:

Using chemical repellants or insecticides to keep mosquitoes in your yard at bay.

Use of a mosquito repellant containing DEET. There are family formulas that contain less DEET that are safe to use on young children.

Wearing long pants and sleeves when out in mosquito infested areas. Mosquitoes are also more common at dusk, thus it is a good idea to wear long sleeved items and spray your clothes when out in this environment.

Use of citronella candles and other natural insect repellants.

Keep grass trimmed short to deter mosquitoes.

Avoid allowing any water to stand for more than a day in your yard or around your house, as mosquitoes tend to breed in standing water.

You’ll probably find a combination of these strategies works best to keep mosquitoes from harming you and your family.

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Interesting facts on mosquitoes, the west nile mosquito, dengue fever and malaria and how to prevent mosquito bites. 

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Insect bites mostly look like little red bumps on your skin that are often itchy. They are the result of an injection of a foreign substance into your skin. The introduction of this foreign substance may trigger an allergic reaction, depending on the sensitivity of the person to that substance.

This foreign substance can come from either a venomous or a non-venomous insect. A venomous insect bites or attacks the person as a defense mechanism, injecting toxic venom into the person’s skin to keep him away. Insects such as bees, hornets, and fire ants are classified as venomous insects. Non-venomous insects, on the other hand, feed themselves by injecting anti-coagulant saliva into your skin. These insects are mosquitoes, ticks, biting flies, and some spiders.

The most common effect when the skin gets irritated from an insect bite is itching. This can be treated with any Benadryl lotion. It helps lessen the swelling and eventually reduces irritation. Another effect is stinging, which can be remedied just by placing a cold wet towel on the affected area of the skin. Others may have a serious allergic reaction to an insect bite.

Treating Insect Bites
The treatment of an insect or bug bite can be crucial to your health. If you do not properly treat your insect bites then they could become a bigger issue then you ever imagined. Here are some great tips on treating insect bites:
Pinpoint the location of the bite or sting.
If you have been stung, try your best to remove the stinger.
Use a warm wash rag with soap and water to lather the area and clean the wound.
Use a topical cream or ointment to apply on the irritated area.
Seek medical attention if the bite or sting seems to not get any better.
Understand how you got the bite or sting and pinpoint the type of insect that bit you.
Rest and relax. Do not panic.

First Aid
The signs and symptoms of insect bites and stings are as follows:
1.The stings of bees and the bites of mosquitoes, ticks, fleas and bedbugs usually cause only local irritation and pain in the region strung or bitten.
2.Moderate swelling and redness may occur; and some itching, burning, and pain may be present.
The first aid for insect bites and stings are as follows:
1.The sting area should be inspected to determine whether the stinger is still left in the body. If it is, remove it in order to prevent further injection of toxin. The stinger should be carefully scraped off the skin, rather than grasped with tweezers, so as not to squeeze toxin into the body.
2.Application of ice or ice water to the bite helps to slow absorption of toxin into the blood stream. A paste of baking soda and water can also be applied to the bite.
3.The victim should be observed for signs of any allergic reaction. For people who are allergic, maintain an open airway and get the victim to medical help as quickly as possible.

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More things come to life in the spring and summer than trees and grass and flowers. All sorts of little creepy crawling things come with them. Some of them have wings, some of them with legs and some are bigger than others.

The bigger ones can be pretty much avoided, if you really want to. But some of them like mosquitoes and chiggers and ticks are quite another story. They are difficult to see, let alone avoid. It matters little where you live or work, big or small or old or young. Most of us are vulnerable to the vicious attacks of one or more of these hungry preditors. The up side is they do not eat much.

The down side is these predators can and do carry many forms of disease, which can be even more dangerous than their biting and blood sucking. Some of them can cause allergic reactions in their victims. Reactions that can cause swelling and fever and can be deadly to boot. Unfortunately, insect bites are reported to be responsible for something like 150 deaths a year in the United States.

The very best insect repellent there is is to avoid them. After that what can you do? Run like hell. But if you cannot run fast enough and you get caught, right after you let out a string of curses, scrape the stinger out then wash thoroughly with soap and water. Then put on some good natural anti-itch ointment. You should have this handy before you go tramping around the woods.

Of course, you will not head my advice about avoiding these vermin that attack and eat our flesh and blood and/or sting you for being alive and in their domain. Given that you are going to get bit and/or stung you need a good insect repellent.

But listen up. I am giving you good sound advice here. It is for your own good and in your best interest that you pay close attention. I know what you have been using and you don’t even have a clue what is in it because of all of those ads that have been pounded into your head. DEET this and DEET that. Everyone is talking about DEET so it must be good stuff, right?

And that is not all. You are not alone when you buy DEET. It is one of the most well known chemical repellents available on the market. Over 227 products have concentrations all the way up to 100% by volume.

But here is the kicker. Duke University research has revealed that DEET can and does cause serious chemical reactions. Little things like brain cell death, convulsions, dizziness, headaches, muscle and joint pain, memory loss, weakness, fatigue, shortness of breath and vibrating tremors.

Trouble is, children and elderly are the most vulnerable to this dangerous chemical called DEET.

And the good news is that these toxic side affects may not even be evident for a few years after contamination. So you have lots of time to not worry about what is going on inside of you all that time.

The bottom line is, stay away from anything with DEET and other chemicals in it. Look for something natural, for you own good. If you must use them, keep them away from the skin. Apply only to clothing.

A good rule of thumb is to not put anything on your body you do not want in your body. Your skin will absorb almost anything put on it, instantaniously most of the time. These chemicals are poisons that can and do kill.

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Though mosquitoes have been associated with disease and are considered to be undesirable pests, they have several surprising and interesting things about them. Read on to know some facts about mosquitoes.

Mosquitoes are a disease causing insect species belonging to the family Culicidae. They have a negative image and are referred to as pests. Given below are some facts about them.

Facts about Mosquitoes

Mosquitoes have existed since 100 million years. There exist 3000 different species of mosquitoes. Mosquitoes are quite adept at adapting to different climates. They are found all over the world including very cold locations like the Arctic.

Only the female mosquitoes bite. Their eggs require the protein found in human blood. A female mosquito may probe a human being’s skin as many as 20 times before drawing blood. The male mosquito is differentiated from the female one by the plumose or feather-like appearance of the antenna and palp (sensory organ). The high-pitched sound female mosquitoes make is created by their wing beats and helps the males find them..

Most mosquitoes live near 1 mile of their breeding ground, though some may live up to 20 miles away. Mosquitoes are cold-blooded creatures and are most active at 80 degrees Fahrenheit. The male mosquito’s life is between 10 and 20 days long, whereas the female mosquito’s is between 3 and 100 days. A mosquito weighs 1/25000 of an ounce.

Mosquitoes are more attracted toward dark colors than light colors. Mosquitoes use smell to hunt and are particularly attracted by carbon dioxide.

Mosquitoes cause diseases like yellow fever, dengue, filariasis and encephalitis. More than 100 people can be infected by a single mosquito carrying the malaria virus. Mosquitoes kill more people than any other insect.

Most mosquito species live on fruit juices and nectar and only a very few feed on humans. Some mosquitoes feed on other mosquitoes. An interesting fact is that some mosquitoes prefer frogs.

The life stages of a mosquito are egg, pupae, larvae and adult; all of which, except the last stage, take place in water. Stagnant water like ponds and lakes is preferred by most mosquitoes to lay eggs. A surprising fact is that the eggs of a mosquito can survive for more than five years. A female mosquito is capable of laying up to 200 eggs at one time. A mosquito develops from egg to adult within 4 to 7 days. Mosquitoes prefer places with less light like trees and areas of dense vegetation.

Mosquitoes have poor eyesight. They can identify their prey by an infrared view of its body temperature. Mosquito bites cause itching. Like many birds, mosquitoes are also pollinators.

You can take the following steps to reduce the population of mosquitoes:

• Get rid of stagnant water in your garden or drums, bottles, tin cans etc.
• Cover all water containers.
• The water bowl of your pet can be a source of mosquito breeding; so empty it on a daily basis.
• Make sure water does not accumulate in the ground around your house.
• Regularly use DDT or other pesticide to kill mosquitoes.
• You can fill your fish tank with mosquito-eating fish.
• Cut the grass and shrubs short in the garden to avoid giving mosquitoes a place to inhabit.
• Keep unused swimming pools drained or covered.
• Drain all swamps in your neighborhood

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Over the past few years mosquitoes have developed from a nuisance into a real public health danger. These pests spread dangerous diseases such as the West Nile virus, Eastern Equine Encephalitis as well as malaria and yellow fever. It is more important than ever to protect your family from mosquito bites and to

learn how to get rid of mosquitoes.

While it may not be possible to completely eliminate the mosquito problem, there are many things you can do to greatly minimize the threat. Some of these things involve changing the surrounding area to be less habitable for the little buggers and some involve temporary measures to keep them away for a short period of time.

One of the easiest and most effective things you can do is to remove any standing water outside your house. This includes flower pots, buckets, pails, wheel barrows and bird feeders that may be filled with rain water. This standing water is a breeding ground for mosquitoes and you will never be rid of them until you can eliminate this factor. Empty water out of these containers on a regular basis, maybe even make a hole in the bottom so that they cannot hold water.

Another  step you can take to get rid of mosquitoes is to eliminate as much brush and tall grass as you can. Mosquitoes love to hide in grassy, overgrown areas and if you can keep the lawn cut short and clear out any unwanted brush on your property it will really help cut down on the mosquito problem.

There are several types of plants that naturally repel mosquitoes. Some of these are horsemint, marigolds, catnip and rosemary. You can also use lemon eucalyptus oil as a mosquito repellent.

The next step to take against the mosquitoes is chemical warfare. There are several types of lawn treatments that you can spray on your lawn which contain DEET. These are fairly effective at keeping mosquitoes away from your property for up to 2 weeks at a time. Other chemical treatments can not only act as a mosquito repellent, but actually kill any larvae that are waiting to be hatched.

Other mosquito repellent products such as citronella candles and any burning/smoking products have such a limited radius that they are not that effective. One device that does have some effectiveness is the “mosquito magnet” type of device. These machines use propane gas to produce carbon dioxide which attracts mosquitoes. They are then trapped in a net inside the device where they die of dehydration. Some of these devices can attract mosquitoes from up to a whole acre away. One drawback to using these devices is that when they break down you will need to spend additional money on mosquito magnet replacement parts such as CO2 cartridges, trap netting, thermistors and of course you have to have a supply of propane gas too.

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Mosquito repellent that you wear on your skin is also somewhat effective. Products that contain DEET are most effective, while some people swear that Avon’s Skin So Soft works just as well with DEET. You should wear long sleeves and pants to minimize the amount of exposed skin.

It is my hope that this essay has shown you how to get rid of mosquitoes. As you can see, there are several steps you can take to  minimize the threat of mosquitoes . It takes a multi-layered approach to achieve real effectiveness. You can’t just perform one of these steps. To achieve real results you need to do as many of them as you can. If you do all of these things you will have a much better chance at enjoying your outdoor activities without worrying about mosquitoes.

By: Mike Francis

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