Could I Contract Dengue in Las Cruces?
Posted by Mosquito SquadAugust 7, 2024
There is very low risk of broad transmission of Dengue in the United States.
According to the CDC, localized transmission has occurred as of July 2024, in areas of the United States, including Florida, Texas, Arizona, California, and Hawaii. There is no evidence of local transmission in Las Cruces or the state of New Mexico, and the risk is currently low.
How is Dengue best avoided?
You are at risk if you travel to any area of the world with high transmission rates of Dengue. Avoiding travel to high-risk areas is one way to avoid Dengue. If you do visit those areas, you must be vigilant in preventing mosquito bites by using a CDC-recommended mosquito repellent, wearing protective clothing, and sleeping with screens or nets.
Is there a Dengue vaccine?
While there is currently one Dengue vaccine in distribution in the United States, it has been discontinued due to lack of demand. This vaccination is specifically for children between the ages of nine and 16 years. To receive the vaccine, the child must be tested for prior Dengue infection, as prior infection is required. Two additional vaccines are either in development or approved but not being manufactured in the United States.
Las Cruces Mosquito Control
Even when we are in low-risk times for local Dengue transmission, we must still consider that acquiring it locally is not a 100% impossibility. We must also be cognizant of other mosquito-borne illnesses, such as West Nile virus and Zika virus. Peak season for acquiring mosquito-borne illnesses is late summer and early autumn. The great news is that Mosquito Squad of Las Cruces offers three methods of mosquito defense.
Traditional Barrier Mosquito Treatment in Las Cruces
Mosquito Squad’s traditional mosquito treatment has been in service since 2005, effectively defending homes and businesses against the threat of mosquito bites and potential disease transmission. This mosquito control formula knocks down mosquitoes on contact and continues working for about 21 days, reducing the mosquito population by up to 90%.
Las Cruces Natural Mosquito Treatment
Mosquito Squad of Las Cruces is also pleased to provide a 100% non-synthetic mosquito control solution. This formula is applied throughout properties, targeting potential mosquito breeding spots, just like our traditional barrier treatment. Natural mosquito control repels up to 80-85% of the mosquitoes for up to three weeks.
Mosquito Control Misting Systems, Awesomely Automatic
Our mosquito misting systems are an ultimate line of defense against mosquitoes and the harmful diseases they transmit. Once installed, with nozzles obscurely placed throughout your property, our mosquito control misting system will engage on a pre-set schedule, delivering a mist of mosquito control around the clock. Our mosquito misters are remotely controlled and can additionally be engaged at your command for elevated protection as needed.
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Mosquito Squad is a mosquito control company you can trust! We also treat scorpions, flies, gnats, and more. We are eager to help defend your property against the myriad Las Cruces pests. Get in touch with Mosquito Squad of Las Cruces by filling out our form online or calling us at (575) 221-1787 for a free quote.