You don’t need to be Traveling to Rio to be at Risk of Zika
- Michelle Gibson
- Dec-09-2021
- Mosquito Prevention
The ever growing threat of the mosquito borne, Zika virus is being highly documented, especially with the lead up to the 2016 Olympics in Brazil. As people prepare to make their travel arrangements to attend the quadrennial event, there have […]
Read MoreMosquito Repellent to Mutant Mosquitoes
- Michelle Gibson
- Dec-07-2021
- Mosquito Prevention
All the talk about Zika virus leads to many of us raising the question “what’s the best way to protect ourselves?” Of course, taking preventative measures with anti-mosquito products is the obvious answer, from applying repellents directly onto our skin, […]
Read MoreRio Olympics and the Zika Virus
- Michelle Gibson
- Dec-05-2021
- Mosquito Prevention
As the 2016 Olympics approach, there have been concerns over the health risk of the Zika virus in the hosting city of Rio. Brazil was one of the first countries to be affected by the spread of the mosquito born […]
Read MoreDue Diligence for your Dog when it comes to Ticks
- Michelle Gibson
- Dec-03-2021
- Tick Removal
When you become a dog owner it’s a huge but rewarding responsibility. There’s nothing better than your four legged companion by your side as you take a stroll whatever the weather. Their excitement to be outdoors puts a smile on […]
Read MoreLyme Disease – Prevention by Proactive Behavior
- Michelle Gibson
- Dec-01-2021
- Lyme Disease
It’s that time of year when the number of reported cases of Lyme disease in humans appears to be on the rise. As the warmer climate arrives, the end of May and beginning of June are the months where there […]
Read MoreSharing Information on Zika
- Michelle Gibson
- Nov-29-2021
- Mosquito Prevention
How do you digest information? Are you someone that is good at breaking down text to find the facts that you need? Do you like to perhaps watch a video to pick up your information receptors? Whatever works for every […]
Read MoreZika Virus Transmitted Through Sexual Contact
- Michelle Gibson
- Nov-27-2021
- Mosquito Prevention
Over the last few months there has been speculation that the mosquito transmitted virus known as Zika, can be spread through sexual contact. Researchers are currently studying the structure of the disease to discover important clues in the hope of finding therapeutic […]
Read MoreTick Prevention for you and your Pets
- Michelle Gibson
- Nov-25-2021
- Tick Removal
With tick season upon us the more we can do to reduce our exposure to these tiny disease spreading creatures, the better. As the warmer temperatures arrive we want to be spending more time outdoors and being at one with […]
Read MoreThe Right Repellent For You
- Michelle Gibson
- Nov-23-2021
- Mosquito Prevention
The number of available mosquito repellents on the shelves these days can be overwhelming. Which one may be the best for you? How do you know whether one is better than the other? What ingredients do they contain? Are they […]
Read MoreWhat’s Your Part in the Fight Against Zika?
- Michelle Gibson
- Nov-21-2021
- Mosquito Prevention
Residents in New Jersey are being urged to save themselves some mosquito trouble for the upcoming warmer months by eliminating any standing water they may find surrounding their homes. Standing water is the ideal breading ground for mosquitoes and with […]
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