Mosquitoborne Diseases
There are a variety of diseases that may be spread by mosquitoes.
The number of mosquitoes that are actually capable of causing infection in humans is relatively small, but it is always advisable to take preventive measures to protect yourself.
- Diseases
that can be Transmitted by Mosquitoes
Most mosquito bites do not result in disease, but it is a good idea to recognize and watch for the early symptoms of some of the more commonly encountered mosquitoborne diseases.
- Preventing
Mosquitoborne Disease
Information about minimizing your risk to mosquitoborne diseases, and controlling mosquitoes.
- Mosquitoborne
Disease Statistics
Statistics for mosquito-transmitted disease in Minnesota.
- Mosquitoborne Disease Videos
Short videos on how to keep mosquitoes away from your home, how to choose and use bug spray, and what you need to know about Zika virus.
- Mosquitoborne Disease Materials
Brochure, poster, and other educational materials.
- Mosquitoborne
Disease Information for Health Professionals
Guidelines, reporting information and other clinical information for health professionals.
- Infectious Disease Information for International Travelers
Mosquitoes and ticks transmit diseases to people in many parts of the world. International travelers should determine which vaccines or other disease prevention measures are appropriate for the area they plan to visit.
Spotlight
Got tick or mosquito questions? Join us in March 2020 for a webinar tailored just for you. Check out our Ticks, Mosquitoes, & Our Health page for registration information.
Questions about Zika virus or arboviral disease testing? Check out our Information for Health Providers page for up-to-date guidelines or call 651-201-5414 for a vectorborne disease consult.
Mosquitoborne Disease Materials
Check out our new poster, brochure, and fact sheets– PDF documents are available to print and download in English, Spanish, Hmong, Somali, and Karen.
Contact us:
If you have questions or comments about this page, use our IDEPC Comment Form or call 651-201-5414 for the MDH Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention and Control Division.
