Fact Sheets
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Don't Be
A Target [français]
What you can do to protect yourself from West Nile virus
June 20, 2006
Mosquito
Control for Homeowners
Helpful tips on how to control mosquito numbers around your
home area.
July 28, 2006
Disposing
of Dead Birds and Small Animals [français]
Birds and animals die of many causes, including infectious
diseases. These diseases may be transmitted to humans, but
rarely. There is no evidence that anyone has been infected
by West Nile virus by merely touching an infected bird or
animal. However, it is prudent for many reasons to handle
and dispose of dead birds and small animals in a safe manner.
Revised May 1, 2006
Mosquito Bite
Reduction [français]
This one-page Fact Sheet offers tips on reducing your chances
of being bitten by mosquitoes.
Revised May 5, 2004
Reducing
Mosquito Numbers Around Your Home [français]
Reducing or eliminating standing water is an effective and
economical way to control mosquitoes and something all Manitobans
can do on their property. This one-page Fact Sheet shows
you how.
April 17, 2003
West Nile virus and Tires
Mosquito species often found in tires, like Culex tarsalis
and Culex restuans,
are linked to West Nile virus. Here's what can be done to
reduce the risk of West Nile virus associated with tires.
June 13, 2005
Fact
Sheet on the Use of Malathion in Mosquito Control Programs
From Health Canada - Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA)
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