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Beware mosquitos, reduce their threat
July 25, 2023 — The mosquito season is beginning to ramp up and community members should be aware of mosquito-borne threats and how to keep your family safe this summer. One disease to note this season is Eastern Equine Encephalitis, a rare disease spread to humans and horses by infected mosquitoes... MORE

The mosquito season is beginning to ramp up and community members should be aware of mosquito-borne threats in our area and how to keep your family safe this summer.

Taking the sting out of summer fun
August 1, 2022 — For many, a bee, hornet, or wasp sting is just unpleasant; but for others, it can be fatal. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention note more than 1,100 people were stung from 2000 to 2017; For about 62 people per year, it was fatal... MORE

For many a bee, hornet, or wasp sting is just unpleasant; but for others, it can be fatal. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention note more than 1,100 people were stung from 2000 to2017; For about 62 people per year, it was fatal.

Don't let the bugs bite this summer
August 2, 2018 — Warmer temperatures of summer mean more outdoor family activities. It's important to make sure that time is safe for everyone, especially children. Most parents do a good job of protecting their kids from the sun, but they also need to consider why it's important to guard against potentially harmful insect bites and stings. ... MORE

West Nile and Zika are the most recent mosquito-borne illnesses in the news. They can cause flu-like symptoms, but they also can bring on serious complications in some cases.