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UPDATE: 6 more cases of Dengue fever confirmedCHRISTINE MCKEE and Stephanie Allen31st May 2019 10:32 AM UPDATE 12PM: The six new cases of dengue fever confirmed in Rockhampton have been confirmed as being found on Richardson Rd, Main St and Glenmore Rd in Park Avenue. Health authorities are urging locals, particularly in the Park Avenue area, to be vigilant by implementing control measures in and around their homes, and being aware of symptoms. Environmental Health Services, Central Queenslan …

The unique cotton mosquito netting we use prevents and deters sand flies and midges due to its natural fibrous nature. When you look closely at a thread of cotton you will see small fibres flaring out. These hundreds of small fibres prevent sand flies and midges and black flies from getting through to annoy you. If looking for protection from sand flies or midges our cotton nets are an ideal solution.

“No cases caught locally have been reported yet and we are hoping if people avoid bitesfrom the saltmarsh mosquitoes there won’t be any," Dr Kate Alexander said.South Western Sydney Local Health District Public Health Unit Acting Director Dr Kate Alexander is urging residents to take extra precautions to protect themselves against mosquito bites and mosquito-borne diseases.Recent mosquito trapping around the Deepwater Park area of the Georges River have showed high numbers of the saltmarsh mosq …

SYDNEY’S big wet and has seen mosquito numbers soar, prompting a warning for us all to remember that mosquito repellent is not just for the summer months.Dr Cameron Webb, a mosquito researcher with NSW Health Pathology, said the typical Sydney mosquito season ran from November to April, with December to February traditionally the most active months.A hot summer that continued throughout Sydney during February, which was the equal second-warmest on record for mean temperatures at Observatory Hill …

LEADING international mosquito researchers have slammed white goods and smartphone apps that promise to zap mozzies with ultrasonic waves as misleading, “grossly unethical” and potentially dangerous.The devices and apps use ultrasonic waves which they claim repel the insects through a low-level or inaudible noise.Korean electronics giant LG makes a “Mosquito Away“ television and air conditioner, citing tests at a Nigerian university proving it can repels mosquitoes, and the Apple App Store has m …