Mosquito

The Mobile County Health Department (MCHD) is announcing a positive test for West Nile Virus (WNV). This comes from a specimen in a mosquito trap used to detect mosquito-borne diseases in the community. The virus has been confirmed by laboratory results, and the mosquito trap is in the 36541 ZIP Code area.

Alabama is facing the most active period for mosquitoes in the state. The insects aren’t just annoying pests and can cause more than just an irritating bite. To help keep safe, the Alabama Department of Public Health is offering mosquito awareness and prevention tips.

A deadly mosquito-borne virus has been detected in south Alabama.AL.com reports mosquitoes in parts of Mobile County are carrying Eastern Equine…

Mosquito season is approaching, and public health officials in Alabama are working to get a better understanding of what resources are available for…

The first case of the Zika virus in Alabama has been reported. APR student reporter Parker Branton has more on how this case fits into to the overall…

Alabama may have four more cases of the mosquito-borne virus Chikungunya (chik-in-GUHN'-yuh).Dr. Thomas Miller of the Alabama Department of Public Health…

The state Department of Public Health has confirmed the first case of a nasty mosquito-borne virus in Alabama.Deputy director for medical affairs, Thomas…

Alabama has recorded 12 cases of West Nile virus this summer, with one death so far. State Health Officer Don Williamson said Friday that Alabama is ahead…

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Authorities say a half-dozen people in Alabama have been diagnosed with the West Nile virus this year. Alabama public health…

A warmer winter in Alabama means an early mosquito season. While the biting bugs can spoil your outdoor summer events, they can also pose a serious health…