Jackson County Vector Control District wants to remind residents that August and September are peak months for West Nile virus (WNv) in our county. In August, the District has detected […]
Andrew Partin
Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus in Medford and Phoenix
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 17, 2023 Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus in Jackson County Jackson County, Ore.—West Nile virus (WNv) has been detected in three […]
Don’t Give House Mosquitoes a Home!
The Northern house mosquito (Culex pipiens) looks dull but is one of the most medically important mosquito species in the western U.S. due to it’s ability to transmit diseases, including […]
JCVCD Closed July 3rd, Open July 4th!
Jackson County Vector Control District will be closed on Monday, July 3rd but WILL BE OPEN on Tuesday, July 4th during our normal business hours 8am-4pm! Have a safe and […]
Overwatering and Mosquitoes
Standing water resulting from overwatering or faulty irrigation equipment is a common mosquito source we encounter. Adjusting your irrigation schedule and ensuring that all pumps, fittings, and pipes are […]
Mosquitoes at Home in the Trees
It’s mosquito season and the Western treehole mosquito (Aedes sierrensis), is particularly active now. This species prefers water-filled tree cavities as it’s larval habitat and are most commonly found in […]
It’s Tick Nymph Season
Ticks go through 4 life stages: egg, larva, nymph, and adult. Spring and early summer are when tick nymphs are most active and they can be infected with the same […]
May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month!
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Lyme disease is the most common vector-borne disease in the United States. It is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi […]
Mosquitofish Available May 1st!
Mosquitofish will be available at our District office starting Monday, May 1st! Mosquitofish are free to Jackson County residents and are a great biological control for mosquito larvae and pupae, […]
JCVCD Begins Annual Tick Collections
JCVCD kicked off it’s 2023 tick collections last week! We collect Western blacklegged ticks (Ixodes pacificus) from locations throughout Jackson County for disease testing. Western blacklegged ticks are capable of […]
Now Hiring 2023 Seasonal Positions
We are now hiring multiple temporary Mosquito Control Technicians and a Laboratory Technician for the 2023 season! To learn more about these jobs and to apply, please visit […]
What To Know About Avian Influenza
Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has been detected in most Oregon counties. The virus typically affects wild waterfowl, shorebirds, raptors, and scavengers like vultures. However, it can spread to […]
National Pesticide Safety Education Month
February is National Pesticide Safety Education Month! The goal is to reinforce core principles of safe pesticide use with many audiences and to raise awareness of and support for […]
