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Mosquito bites: When are they more than just a pesky itch?
June 30, 2023 — Mosquitos aren’t just pesky insects that bite, they can spread some serious diseases such as Zika virus, West Nile virus, Chikungunya virus, dengue, and malaria... MORE

Don’t let the bugs bite this summer
May 13, 2019 — 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.

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

USAISR researchers ensure blood for service members is Zika-free
June 2, 2017 — Researchers at the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research, or USAISR, at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston recently initiated a study to ensure that all blood collected at Department of Defense blood collection facilities is free from the Zika virus and are continuing to test all blood donations for the foreseeable future... MORE

Researchers at the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research recently initiated a study to ensure that all blood collected at Department of Defense blood collection facilities is free from the Zika virus; they are continuing to test all blood donations for the foreseeable future.