Program Resources
- American Mosquito Control Association
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Mosquitoes
- Florida Department of Health: Mosquito-Borne and Other Insect-Borne Diseases
- Florida Mosquito Control 2018 (Commonly Referred to as the White Paper)[
] - Public Health Pest Control Manual[ ]
- University of Florida: Florida Medical Entomology Laboratory
- University of Florida: Public Issues Education Center: Prevent & Protect
- World Health Organization
Mosquitoes: Prevent and Protect
Though mosquito control programs strive to reduce populations, mosquito control is a community effort. Everyone can play their part by participating in source reduction (removing common larval habitats).
This is primarily done by removing and cleaning objects around the home that may retain water:
- Kids' toys
- Buckets
- Bird baths
- Gutters
- Old tires
- Tarps
- Trash
- Flower vases
- Animal troughs and bowls
- Untreated pools
For larger objects and/or permanent water sources, contact your local mosquito control program for guidance or treatment options. Some programs may be able to provide native fish that naturally prey on mosquito larvae.
In addition to residential mosquito prevention, it is important to protect yourself from adult female mosquitoes when participating in outdoor activities. Remember to wear proper attire, including a long-sleeved shirt and long pants, and to apply insect repellent registered with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). For more information on insect repellents, visit the EPA website.
Program Resources
- American Mosquito Control Association
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Mosquitoes
- Florida Department of Health: Mosquito-Borne and Other Insect-Borne Diseases
- Florida Mosquito Control 2018 (Commonly Referred to as the White Paper)[ ]
- Public Health Pest Control Manual[ ]
- University of Florida: Florida Medical Entomology Laboratory
- University of Florida: Public Issues Education Center: Prevent & Protect
- World Health Organization
