Public Health Threats & Prevention
Prevention
Tips on the most effective ways to control mosquitoes & eliminate breeding sources.
Vector-Borne Diseases
Diseases that are transmitted by vectors are generally referred to as vector-borne diseases. A vector is any animal or insect that is capable of transmitting a pathogen.
Vectors
A vector is any animal or insect that is capable of transmitting pathogens to people or harming them. Common vectors around the world are rodents, mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas.