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Western Blacklegged Tick (Ixodes pacificus)

Ticks in Autumn? Yes!

You might be surprised to learn that adult Western blacklegged ticks (Ixodes pacificus) are quite active in fall and early winter.  These small ticks depend on moisture in their environment […]

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Mosquito Season Not Over Yet

While recent cooler temperatures have helped lower their abundance, mosquitoes are still active in Jackson County.  3 mosquito pools have tested positive for West Nile virus over the last two […]

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A Reminder to Inspect for Mosquito Sources

Mosquito sources come in lots of forms.  Fortunately, you can eliminate many with a quick inspection of your property.  Some mosquitoes thrive in the heat of summer so be sure […]

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National Mosquito Control Awareness Week

It’s National Mosquito Control Awareness Week! According to CDC, people in every U.S. state experience mosquito-transmitted diseases. Together, we can #FightTheBite.

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Learn About Lyme: Signs & Symptoms

Lyme disease is spread by the bite of an infected tick. Signs and symptoms like a rash, fever, chills, and muscle pain can begin 3 to 30 days after a […]

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National Lyme Disease Awareness Month

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 with about […]

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Vaccinate Horses Against WNV

JCVCD encourages horse owners to consider vaccinating or boosting horses against West Nile virus before mosquito season begins.  West Nile virus is carried by mosquitoes that have fed on infected […]

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Free Fly Traps for Jackson County Residents

Jackson County residents can pick up 2 free fly traps per address at our District office! Flies are a nuisance but they can also spread disease.  As spring approaches, here […]

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Be Tick Aware!

This spring, JCVCD wants you to be tick aware!  Two species of ticks, the American dog tick (Dermacentor variabilis) and the Western black-legged tick (Ixodes pacificus) are common in our […]