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Keep mosquitoes at bay - the healthy way!
During mosquito season, there are some steps you can take to minimize your exposure to mosquitoes without relying on mosquito spray programs. While pesticide spray programs may seem like the best choice, they do pose health and environmental risks even when used as directed. Synthetic pyrethroids can worsen respiratory symptoms, organophosphates are linked to neurodegenerative diseases, and these pesticides are toxic to bees, pollinators, and other beneficial insects (as well as birds, fish, and amphibians - natural predators of mosquitoes!).
Fortunately, there are effective ways to minimize
Chesapeake Currents | Summer 2024
In this Issue: National Update | MD - Maryland Prepares New Heat Stress Standard | Emergency Help for Sewer Backups | Legislative Recap | Septic Systems in the Chesapeake | DC - Anacostia Park and Community Collaborative General Meeting