We are investigating possible locally acquired case of malaria
/in Uncategorized/by AdminAn East Pierce County woman who has not traveled recently was diagnosed Aug. 2 with malaria. She is receiving treatment and we continue to monitor her status. We are working with Washington State Department of Health (DOH) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to investigate potential sources of infection. It’s possible she was […]
Environmental Protection Agency Approves Nootkatone
/in Uncategorized/by AdminThe Environmental Protection Agency has approved a new ingredient, called nootkatone, that repels and kills mosquitoes and ticks. The naturally occurring ingredient — which is responsible for the characteristic scent of grapefruit — was discovered by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and developed into an insecticide. If you need assistance dealing with flies […]
Berkeley Study Links West Nile with Higher Temperatures
/in Uncategorized/by AdminAccording to a recent UC Berkeley study, there is a link between increased West Nile transmission with higher temperatures. As temperatures continue to increase globally, regions closer to the coast are likely to face an increased risk of West Nile virus outbreaks, according to study lead author Nicholas Skaff. Read the full article.
