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.
Mosquito Virus Heat Map