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Mosquitoes

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Mosquitoes

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These pesky bugs make us itch and can make us sick. Let's learn some facts about them.

MOSQUITOES

Type of fly Long, thin legs 3-9mm

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Are you allergic to mosquito bites?

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Which of the following is not a mosquito-borne illness?

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The Zika virus was first discovered in the Zika forest in Africa. Since then, it’s surfaced in several other regions of the world. Aside from mosquito bites in regions where the virus is present, how is Zika spread?

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Which of the following is true about the Zika virus?

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You can prevent mosquitoes from breeding outside your home by removing which of the following from your yard?

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How else can you protect yourself against mosquito-borne illnesses?

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To protect yourself from mosquito-borne diseases, how often should you apply insect repellant?

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Which of the following is the most common mosquito-borne disease:

DENGUE FEVER

Cause of serious illness/death Asian & Latin American Countries No specific treatment Mostly in urban & semi-urban areas 100-400m infections per year

FULL MOON

A full moon increased mosquito activity 500% in one study

DARK CLOTHING

Dark clothing has been shown to attract some species of mosquitoes more than lighter colored clothing.

BIGGER PEOPLE

Bigger people are often more attractive to mosquitoes because they are larger targets and they produce more mosquito attractants, namely CO2 and lactic acid.

FEMALE MOSQUITOES BITE

Your blood contains the protein that mosquito eggs require for development.

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What is the worst place you have been for mosquitoes?

BITE TREATMENT

Pierces the skin to suck up blood Injects saliva (spit) into your skin Your body reacts with a bump and itching

BITE TREATMENT

Pierces the skin to suck up blood Injects saliva (spit) into your skin Your body reacts with a bump and itching

BITE TREATMENT PT 2

Wash with soap & water Apply ice for 10 minutes to reduce swelling & itching Apply baking soda & water Anti-itch or antihistamine cream

BITE TREATMENT PT 2

Wash with soap & water Apply ice for 10 minutes to reduce swelling & itching Apply baking soda & water Anti-itch or antihistamine cream

WHAT TO DO?

Get rid of standing water Keep mosquitoes outside Use repellent Wear light clothing Stay indoors at dusk & dawn Drinking beer makes people more appealing Try a natural repellent

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Full Video Duration: 26 minutes
Aired: about 2 years ago

MOSQUITOES

DENGUE FEVER

FULL MOON

DARK CLOTHING

BIGGER PEOPLE

FEMALE MOSQUITOES BITE

BITE TREATMENT

BITE TREATMENT

BITE TREATMENT PT 2

BITE TREATMENT PT 2

WHAT TO DO?

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