Hot in the news recently is the emergency committee created by the World Health Organization to address the spread of the Zika virus causing birth defects in some areas of Latin America. The carrier of the said virus is a particular mosquito that is also a carrier of a dengue virus.
It is reported that Aedes aegypti mosquito is the one spreading the virus all over Latin America. That is why government agencies in the parts of Bolivia and other affected countries pledge to wage war against the said mosquito type.
The idea of deadly viruses carried by a mosquito is indeed alarming. That is why it important to keep your house always mosquito free. You may choose to apply or place insect repellent around your house or may also try some practical and healthy tips outlined by Alice Bradley:
5 ways to keep mosquitos at bay (the green way)
Screen your verandah
The surest way to keep mosquitos at bay is to place a physical barrier between yourself and them. If you're lucky enough to have a fully-screened verandah then you're in an ideal situation - this ensures complete protection while giving you that cool breeze when dusk falls.
Keep your outdoor area dry
Mosquitos actually begin their lives underwater and their natural habitats are wetlands. Females will lay their eggs in just about any pool of water they come across. Defend your backyard from becoming a mosquito breeding ground by keeping rain gutters clear and unused bird baths empty. Read original text...
Keeping your home mosquito free does not need to resort to the use of strong chemicals or even expensive devices in the market. Keeping mosquitoes away from your place means living a cleaner and greener way. Clean areas where mosquitoes may breed and hide. It's just a manner of discipline and hygienic living.
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