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It's always you, isn't it? The person busy swatting away buzzing backyard mosquitoes or nursing an arm full of itchy red lumps after a weekend camping trip.You're not imagining it—mosquitoes really are attracted to some people more than others.Why do mosquitoes need blood?Only female mosquitoes bite. They do it for the nutrition contained in blood, which helps develop their eggs.Mosquitoes don't just get blood from people. They're actually far more likely to get it from biting animals, birds, fr …

UPDATE: 6 more cases of Dengue fever confirmedCHRISTINE MCKEE and Stephanie Allen 31st May 2019 10:32 AMUPDATE 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 …