As the weather gets warmer and more people are heading outside, one local group is warning us to watch out for ticks. Source: WKBN.com
Mosquitoes also following the stay-at-(your)-home order
Mosquitoes have arrived sooner than expected, so Lake has started spraying for them. Source: orlandosentinel.com
Prevent mosquito-borne diseases
Dump that standing water Source: Sussex Living
Hampton officials warn residents after two raccoons test positive for rabies
HAMPTON, Va. (WAVY) — The Hampton Health Department is reminding residents to protect their pets from rabies this spring. Two rabid raccoons have been confirmed in Hampton since April 1. The … Source: WAVY.com
Tick talk about Lyme disease
It’s that time of year again. Insidious predators that want a taste of our blood are hard at it.Considering that both species do basically the same Source: recordonline.com
Can California Bats Carry COVID-19? It’s Unclear, But Experts Say They’re More Likely To Catch It From Humans Than Spread It
Popular culture has somewhat demonized bats. Now bats have a link to the pandemic, but scientists say humans don’t need to fear bats, they should fear people. Source: Ezra David Romero
SURVEY: Researchers study impact of COVID-19 on exposure to tick-borne illnesses
‘We’re examining whether people are spending more time outside due to COVID-19 restrictions and whether this might be affecting them, their families, and/or their pets’ (if they have any) risk of contracting a tick-borne illness.” Source: Staff/Hollins University Release
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