The heat of the summer is upon us and as summer has come on, many people are spending more time outdoors, either for work or play. Unfortunately summer also means mosquitoes and diseases. According to the Kansas Health and Environment, over two thirds of the state are at high risk for west nile virus, and that includes Franklin, Douglas, Osage and Miami counties in the KOFO listening area. The rest of the state is in a moderate risk. Dana Hawkinson, Infectious Disease expert with the University of Kansas says only 25% of people contracting the virus will get sick, but for others, it can be much worse:
A major breeding ground for mosquitoes is still or stagnant water. Be sure to drain still water from planters, bucket or anything containing sitting water every day if possible. The best thing you can do to prevent getting mosquitos bites is use bug spray.
