Vector Control Section
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We maintain an early warning program to monitor the incidence of Eastern Equine, Western Equine, St. Louis and West Nile encephalitis viruses in the bird population (the reservoir). When the numbers of infected birds collected increase, the chance for an outbreak into the human population (via mosquito bites) increases. When an area is found to have statistically significant numbers of infected birds, staff collects mosquitoes for virus isolation (to confirm whether or not there is a serious problem), and conducts intensive surveys of the problem area to determine where local mosquito control efforts are most needed. We not only warn when an outbreak is possible, we also train and advise local health departments in implementing effective mosquito control programs.
Histoplasmosis
Histoplasmosis is an infection caused by a fungus, Histplasma capsulatum. Find out about the disease, the fungus and how to handle infestations.
West Nile Virus Information
General information, quick facts, news releases, Internet links, references, health professionals, a surveillance map, and in Spanish: deje de procrear mosquitos.
Collection and Testing of Dead Birds
Submission of dead crows, blue jays, and raptors (e.g. hawks) for testing for West Nile Virus.
Dead Bird Submission Form -- in PDF
The form to be submitted with a dead bird that has been collected for testing for West Nile Virus.
Rats and Mice
Information about the house mouse and the rat, how to recognize a rodent problem and how to eliminate it.
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