Los Angeles is set to witness a unique spectacle as officials from the Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District unleash hundreds of…

The Compton Creek Mosquito Abatement District (CCMAD) played a pivotal role in educating and engaging young minds at the recent Verizon Innovative…

As the warmth of spring envelops California, so does the buzzing presence of mosquitoes. However, this year's mosquito season carries additional…

Puerto Rico has officially declared a public health emergency in response to a significant increase in dengue cases. According to Puerto Rico…

As spring arrives in California, so do various signs of the season, including the emergence of crane flies. These delicate insects, often mistaken for…

In the world of public service, there are remarkable individuals who quietly make an enormous impact, shaping the communities they serve. Today, we…

Welcome Spring, but Beware: Mosquito Season Looms Ahead in Compton, California

Long Beach's health department has recently confirmed the city's first case of St. Louis encephalitis (SLEV) since 1984. This case, part of a dozen…

Los Angeles County residents are facing an unsettling surge in the number of Aedes aegypti mosquitoes. Often termed "ankle biters" for their…

The Los Angeles County reports its first death from the West Nile Virus (WNV) this year, urging the community to increase preventative measures…

World Mosquito Day, observed on August 20th, 2023, provides a global platform to raise awareness about the impact mosquitoes have on human health and…

Despite reports of recent malaria cases in Florida and Texas, local transmission of malaria in the U.S. is very rare. Most malaria cases are acquired…

New legislation would increase funding for the CDC’s mosquito response efforts.