Mosquitoes, long unwelcome guests at picnics and summer events, can cause discomfort. In the case of the Zika virus, a mosquito that passes on the disease might be responsible for pregnant women giving the virus to their unborn babies. Serious birth defects can result.
Taking precautions can make this threat negligible. Here are some approaches to containing the risk and providing a safer environment around your home.
Assess the Risk Factors
Any mosquito bites are unpleasant. The itchy, swelling of mosquito bites can turn a great picnic into a miserable aftermath.