The World’s Deadliest Animal

Source reduction & environmental management is the best approach in providing a long-term solution to the problem of mosquitoes and dengue fever.

Getting rid of unwanted containers is a highly-effective source reduction method that prevents the mosquitoes from breeding. Mosquitoes lay their eggs in standing water and their eggs won’t survive in moving water; which is why it is important that any item that can trap water be disposed of properly.

The control of adult mosquitoes can be achieved through the use of chemical insecticidal adulticide in the form of space spray formulations which is conducted via thermal fogging or ultra-low volume sprays. Such exercises need to be routinely carried out in in order to prevent and control of any outbreaks of dengue fever. Chemical larvicides such as insect growth regulators (IGR) can also be used to stop mosquito larvae from turning into adults.

To mitigate the spread of dengue fever in situations such as the Movement Control Order (MCO), spend time to find the mosquito breeding grounds in and around your home. In this way, you can help protect your home and keep your loved ones safe from the threat of dengue fever.