Mosquito control programs

Mosquito control programs aim to reduce mosquito populations and prevent disease spread through targeted strategies. These include eliminating standing water where mosquitoes breed, applying larvicides to water sources, and using adulticides as needed. Public education encourages personal protection measures like repellents and clothing. Some programs also utilize biological controls, such as introducing natural predators, and new technologies like mosquito traps or genetically modified mosquitoes. Overall, these efforts help lower mosquito numbers, reducing the risk of illnesses like West Nile virus and Zika, while balancing environmental considerations.