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Tick bites are more than just an annoyance, they are potentially dangerous for humans and pets. Ticks are known transmitters of various illnesses, such as Lyme disease, which has been the most commonly encountered tick-borne illness in Connecticut.  While many precautions can be taken to avoid contact with ticks, sometimes, people do get bitten by … Continue reading Dealing with Tick Bites →

Itching and Scratching When you get a mosquito bite, the first impulse is to scratch it – and that’s the last thing you should do. The reason mosquito bites itch is because the mosquitoes release an anticoagulant and proteins when they bite the skin. These proteins are foreign to our bodies and cause a histamine … Continue reading Home Remedies for Mosquito Bites →

No one wants ticks in their backyards, nor do they want to worry about the diseases many species of ticks carry. This includes Lyme disease, which is a concern for those living in the state of Connecticut. Ticks can often be found in low-lying shrubs, long grass, brick walls and piles of wood, and they … Continue reading Ten Tips to Avoid Ticks →

After a relatively mild winter followed by a rainy, wet spring, conditions are perfect for mosquitoes to thrive in the state of Connecticut this summer. Mosquitoes are more than just irritating, they also can transmit mosquito-borne illnesses like West Nile virus. West Nile virus season starts in July and can continue through early October. With … Continue reading Busy Season For Mosquitoes →

Summer has finally arrived, which means it is time for some outdoor fun! Here at Mosquito Joe of Gold Coast  CT, we love spending time outdoors, so we decided to share some fun events to get you outside in Fairfield County, CT this summer. Alive at Five, Stamford CT Love music? This annual concert series, … Continue reading Summer Fun in Fairfield County, CT →