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Results 1 - 9 of 9 for Mosquito
  1. Mosquito Bites (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... larvae, then pupae, and then they become adult mosquitos. The males live for about a week to ... can live for months. What health problems can mosquito bites cause? Most mosquito bites are harmless, but ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/mosquitobites.html - Health Topics
  2. Dengue (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... viruses. You can get it if an infected mosquito bites you. It is common in warm, wet ... to people through the bite of an infected mosquito. It does not spread directly from person to ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/dengue.html - Health Topics
  3. Insect Bites and Stings (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... hornet stings and fire ant bites usually hurt. Mosquito and flea bites usually itch. Insects can also ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/insectbitesandstings.html - Health Topics
  4. Zika Virus (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... 7 days after being bitten by an infected mosquito. A blood test can tell whether you have ... doctor. You should also be careful to prevent mosquito bites: Use insect repellent Wear clothes that cover ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/zikavirus.html - Health Topics
  5. Chikungunya (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... 7 days after being bitten by an infected mosquito. The most common symptoms are fever and joint ... help prevent getting or spreading chikungunya by avoiding mosquito bites: Use a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)- ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/chikungunya.html - Health Topics
  6. Malaria (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... a parasite. You get it when an infected mosquito bites you. Malaria is a major cause of ... insect repellent with DEET Cover up Sleep under mosquito netting Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
    https://medlineplus.gov/malaria.html - Health Topics
  7. West Nile Virus (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... best way to avoid WNV is to prevent mosquito bites: Use insect repellent Get rid of mosquito breeding sites by emptying standing water from flower ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/westnilevirus.html - Health Topics
  8. Encephalitis (National Library of Medicine)  
    Encephalitis is an inflammation of the brain. Usually the cause is a viral infection, but bacteria can also cause it. It can be mild or severe. Most cases are mild. ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/encephalitis.html - Health Topics
  9. Traveler's Health (National Library of Medicine)  
    Traveling can increase your chances of getting sick. A long flight can increase your risk for deep vein thrombosis. Once you arrive, it takes time to adjust to ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/travelershealth.html - Health Topics