Several species of ticks bite and transmit ailments like spotted fever and Lyme disease in Georgia. Here’s how to prevent them. Source: Douglasville, GA Patch
First case of West Nile virus reported for 2019
A woman over 50 has been diagnosed with the first case of West Nile virus in the county, according the Southern Nevada Health District. Source: KTNV
Woman diagnosed with Lyme disease after hike in central Utah
A Utah woman contracted Lyme disease after she was bitten by a tick during a hike near Nephi earlier this week. Source: The Salt Lake Tribune
Get ready: Termite swarms are coming (via WDSU)
Get ready: Termite swarms are coming. Source: WDSU
The Blood-Sucking Kissing Bug Can Cause a Deadly Illness—Here’s How You Can Avoid It
The kissing bug can cause a disease that might result in a stroke or heart disease. Source: Health.com
Wet Winter Set Stage For Spike In Bay Area Mosquito Population
Blame the wet weather in the Bay Area during the past winter for creating an almost perfect storm for mosquitoes. Source: r20.rs6.net
Response to bed bugs: Panic vs. reasonable actions – The Atmore Advance
A man stopped by the office the other day to get some “bugs” identified. He discovered the pests crawling out of his recliner. The county agent quickly identified the bugs as “bed bugs.” Yikes! Source: The Atmore Advance
Spring time means tick season, here’s how to protect your furry friend
To protect yourself from tick bites, you need to take preventative measures and remember to check yourself. Source: WQAD.com
Health officials warn the public of tick season
Officials are advising people heading outdoors to enjoy the sun to wear insect repellant. Source: KRQE
Which tick bite can send you to the emergency room?
There are 15 species of ticks in Illinois and humans routinely encounter only three to five, but it depends on your activity in nature. Source: WICS
