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DOH-Seminole Issues Mosquito-Borne Illness Advisory
Florida Department of Health in Seminole County
- 407-665-3000
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Mailing Address
400 W. Airport Blvd.
Sanford, FL 32773
The Florida Department of Health in Seminole County (DOH-Seminole) is informing residents of a confirmed human case of locally-acquired West Nile Virus. DOH-Seminole and Seminole County Mosquito Control continue surveillance and prevention efforts.
DOH-Seminole reminds the community to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes by taking these basic precautions (Spanish).
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Mosquitoes Can Spread Illness
Protect Yourself with Repellent- Always read label directions carefully for the approved usage before you apply a repellent.
- Apply insect repellent to exposed skin or clothing, but not under clothing.
- Treat clothing and gear with products containing 0.5% permethrin. Do not apply permethrin directly to skin.
- Some repellents are not suitable for children.
- Ensure repellent is safe for children and age appropriate.
Stop Mosquitoes from Breeding
- Mosquitoes can live indoors and will bite at any time, day or night.
- Mosquitoes breed by laying eggs in and near standing water.
- As little as one teaspoon or bottle cap of water standing for more than one week is enough for mosquitoes to breed and multiply.
Around Buildings
At least once a week, empty or cover anything that could hold water such as:
- Buckets
- Toys
- Child Pools and Pool Covers
- Birdbaths
- Trash, Containers, and Recycling Bins
- Boat or Car Covers
- Roof Gutters
- Coolers
- Pet Dishes
- Tires
Keep them Outside
- Use Air Conditioning
- Keep Screens on All Windows
- Repair Holes in Screens
- Keep Doors and Exterior Windows Closed
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