You don’t need to be Traveling to Rio to be at Risk of Zika

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 […]

Mosquito Repellent to Mutant Mosquitoes

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, […]

Rio Olympics and the Zika Virus

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 […]

Due Diligence for your Dog when it comes to Ticks

Esther M.
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 […]

Lyme Disease – Prevention by Proactive Behavior

Esther M.
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 […]

Sharing Information on Zika

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 […]

Zika Virus Transmitted Through Sexual Contact

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 […]

Tick Prevention for you and your Pets

Esther M.
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 […]

The Right Repellent For You

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 […]

What’s Your Part in the Fight Against Zika?

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 […]