Mosquito Control Alexandra Headland

Diseases you can get from mosquito bites in Alexandra Headland

Yellow Fever

Infected mosquitoes transmit this acute viral haemorrhagic illness. The term "yellow" refers to the jaundiced appearance that certain people may have. The yellow fever virus incubates in the body for 3 to 6 days after infection. Fever, muscle soreness with prominent backache, headache, loss of appetite, and nausea or vomiting are among the most prevalent symptoms.

Dengue Fever

In tropical and subtropical areas of the world, Dengue is a prevalent, mosquito-borne disease. High fever and flu-like symptoms are common in individuals with dengue fever. Dengue hemorrhagic fever is a severe form of dengue that can result in major bleeding, a reduction in blood pressure (shock), and even death.

Malaria

Malaria is a dangerous and sometimes fatal disease caused by a high-spread mosquito species that feeds on humans. Malaria makes people unwell, causing high fevers, shivering chills, and flu-like symptoms.

Murray Valley Encephalitis

The Murray Valley Encephalitis is a type of acute brain inflammation. A viral infection called the Murray Valley Encephalitis virus targets the brain tissue and the immune system. It is a zoonotic flavivirus endemic to northern Australia and Papua New Guinea.

Barmah Forest virus

The Barmah Forest virus is a disease caused by an alphavirus that is spread by mosquitoes. Symptoms like joint inflammation, pain, fatigue, and rashes usually appear for 7-10 days. The Barmah Forest virus disease occurs in most of Australia, including regional Victoria, especially near inland waterways and coastal areas.

These are just a few of many diseases caused by a mosquito bite that can affect your health. Indeed, mosquitoes carry deadly diseases. So for the safety of you and your loved ones, call us now for effective mosquito control services.

Mosquito breeding grounds

Stagnant water source

Female mosquitoes will lay their eggs in any stagnant water on your premises especially during the summer months when it is mosquito season. Buckets, marshes, and pools are all examples of stagnant water sources.

Air conditioner drip trays

Air conditioners are known for accumulating a lot of stagnant water. As a result, it is one of the most favourable breeding grounds for mosquitoes. To reproduce, a female mosquito uses air conditioner drains and residual pans to lay her eggs. Mosquitoes might also enter your home through the air conditioning vents.

Wood piles and tree stumps

Wood piles and tree stumps are other sites where stagnant water can be found. This is also where mosquitoes can lay their eggs and reproduce.

Trash cans

Trash cans normally have covers. However, the majority of recycling containers do not. When trash cans are left outside uncovered, they can hold a significant amount of rainwater where mosquitoes breed.