Due to recent outbreaks of the Zika virus in the U.S., DA Exterminating is proud to present this basic information about the Zika virus, mosquitoes and actions homeowners can take to prevent mosquitoes in and around their homes. DA Exterminating is a professional pest control company in the New Orleans, LA area.

1. ZIKA
M o s q u i t o e s a n d T h e
v i r u s

2. The Zika Virus can
spread from mother
to fetus during
pregnancy if she has
been bitten by
an infected mosquito,
resulting in
birth defects.
ZIKA Fact:

3. The Zika virus
is transmitted
mostlyby bites
from infected
Aedes mosquitoes.
ZIKA Fact:
There is evidence that the Zika virus can
also be transmitted sexually.

4. There is no vaccine
or medicine for
the zika virus.
ZIKA Fact:

5. Zika virus has
been found in
manyu.s. states.
ZIKA Fact:
http://www.cdc.gov/zika/geo/united-states.html

6. Zika virus
symptoms.
ZIKA Fact:
4 out of 5 infected people don’t have symptoms.

7. Mosquitoes are
the #1 disease-
carrying insect.
Mosquito Fact:

8. Mosquitoes BREED
IN STANDINGWATER
Mosquito Fact:
Pet Water Bowl Clogged Gutters
Standing Water
Bird Baths
Old tires or toys

9. Eliminate
breeding areas.
Mosquito prevention:
Pet Water Bowl Clogged Gutters
Standing Water Old tires or toys
Bird Baths

10. Wear protective
clothingduring
outdoor
activities.
Mosquito prevention:

11. Apply mosquito
repellent
Mosquito prevention:
“Using an insect repellent is one
of the best ways you can protect
yourself from Zika and other
diseases transmitted by
mosquitoes."
Harry Savage, chief of ecology and
entomology activity at the CDC's Division of
Vector-Borne Diseases

12. Call da exterminating
about our mosquito
controlprogram in
the new orleans area.
Mosquito control:
800-650-PEST
HTTP://www.DAExterminating.com