Singapore’s ongoing battle against Dengue Fever peaked in 2020 with a record-high number of 35,300 cases and 28 deaths. Three-quarters into 2022, we have reached nearly 26,000 cases. Although the Aedes Mosquito is the obvious one to watch out for, you want to be aware of these other two as well – the Anopheles mosquito […]
Mosquitoes are small, annoying insects that can drive you crazy in a matter of minutes. While most people find these blood-sucking pests annoying and avoid them at all costs, mosquitoes also pose a serious threat due to the diseases they carry — like the dreaded Zika virus and malaria. In fact, more than 20 million people […]
Mosquito is the Deadliest Animal in the World: Mosquitoes are responsible for about 1 million deaths a year. This is followed by snakes at 50,000 deaths and dogs at 25,000 deaths (caused by feral dogs infected by rabies attacking people and spreading the disease). Out of over 3000 species of mosquitoes, the most dangerous 3 […]
Introduction It’s not even peak Dengue season yet and the number of Dengue cases so far has already exceeded the total number of cases in 2021! That is 5258 recorded cases last year, versus 7515 as of 13 May 2022. As advised by The National Environment Agency (NEA) of Singapore, we are on track for a major […]
Did you know that Dengue fever is a mosquito-borne disease, occurring majorly in tropical and subtropical regions of the world? More specifically, this fever is caused by a breed called Aedes mosquitoes and is characterized by a high temperature and flu-like symptoms. However, it doesn’t limit itself only to mild-to-high fever. In fact, it causes […]
Mosquitoes never discriminate with their choice of breeding locations – and simply a little stagnant water anywhere inside tiny indoor plant pots or containers left outdoors that catch rainwater can become a breeding ground. With the increasing dengue cases in Singapore, ORIGIN Exterminators share the ultimate guide on how to protect your family & community […]
If you reside in a tropical country like Singapore, maintaining a mosquito-free environment can be difficult. The presence of mosquitoes, be it outdoor or indoor, is common and can be a nuisance. They are carriers of diseases like Zika and Dengue. Let us look at how to get rid of mosquitoes in your house. Effects of […]
It’s quite shocking to know that mosquitoes kill 50,000 more people than sharks every year. That’s quite a number! No wonder the use of mosquito traps in Singapore has become quite a necessity. Mosquitoes are commonly known to be carriers of diseases and bring harm to several individuals. They can spread diseases that could potentially be fatal, […]
Mosquitoes, in contrast to how minuscule they may be, can cause great harm to your health. For centuries, mosquitoes have been spreading diseases to humans. In fact, mosquitoes are considered to be very dangerous infecting hundreds of thousands and killing many each year. Most commonly, mosquitoes infect humans with malaria, dengue, Zika virus, yellow fever, and many […]
While the entire nation is battling away Covid-19 in the year 2020, Singapore faces a fresh dengue threat this year. Little attention is paid to dengue and Zika virus when everyone is focusing their attention on the prevention of coronavirus. Annually dengue virus infects about 400 million people worldwide, with high prevalence in tropical and […]
The vast majority of us realise how outdoor fun can be ruined by the presence of bloodsucking mosquitoes, specifically in areas such as parks, beaches, and hiking trails. These insects are not just annoying but can also lead to dangerous ailments and diseases like Malaria, West Nile infection, Heartworms, and Zika virus, to name a […]
As Singapore faces the peak season of Dengue, it is crucial to know more about mosquito control. Singapore has recorded around 34,000 Dengue cases in 2020 as of 24th November. We must know the effective ways to prevent them. Different Types of Mosquitoes 3 species of mosquitoes that spread life-threatening diseases through their bites are prevalent in Singapore. Aedes […]
