There's a lot of bad information about COVID-19 on the internet, and one of the most pervasive myths is that mosquitoes can spread it. "Mosquitoes are unlikely to be able to transmit the new coronavirus," says Dr. David Pigott, a researcher at the University of Washington whose work focuses on mapping mosquito populations and other infectious diseases around the world. But if you're concerned that mosquitos might be carrying COVID-19, read on for some expert advice.
You may have read reports that mosquitoes carry COVID-19, but this is untrue. There is no evidence to support the claim that mosquitoes carry COVID-19. The mosquito species known as Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus do not appear to transmit the virus, nor is there any evidence that other mosquitoes are able to transmit COVID-19. However, it's important to note that while they don't currently appear to be capable of spreading the virus directly from person to person via bite, they could potentially serve as vectors for other diseases like dengue fever or West Nile Virus. While these viruses are less common than COVID-19 and can be treated with antibiotics or antiviral drugs like Tamiflu (oseltamivir), it's important for people who travel in areas where those diseases are present take precautions against bites by using insect repellent when outdoors and sleeping under bed nets if possible (CDC). If you're concerned about being exposed through mosquito bites while traveling abroad or here at home during an outbreak phase please consult your doctor immediately so they can help assess whether treatment will be necessary.
Even if it's not CVID-19, you could still be at risk of mosquito-borne diseases even after the winter. Zika, malaria, and other mosquito-borne diseases are still possible threats to humans. The best way to protect yourself from these kinds of infections is by avoiding being bitten by mosquitoes. Since mosquitoes need water for their eggs to hatch, reducing sources of standing water can help prevent them from multiplying in your area. It may also be helpful to use pesticides on outdoor areas where mosquitoes gather or live indoors if you have a lot of window screens or open windows in your house. Mosquito season usually starts in the spring and ends in the fall across most parts of the world; however, different regions have different seasons due to variations in temperature and rainfall throughout the year.
Mosquitoes do not carry the CoVID-19 virus. It’s true that mosquitoes can transmit certain viruses and diseases, but at this time, there is no evidence that mosquitoes are transmitting the CoVID-19 virus.
Mosquitoes may look scary—and sometimes they can be—but mosquitos don’t actually bite people very often. If you have been bitten by a mosquito, it is most likely because they were attracted to your sweaty skin or carbon dioxide in your breath. They are also attracted to light sources like flashlights or candles which may explain why people tend to get bitten more at night when they go out camping or fishing without insect repellent on their skin!
We hope we’ve helped clear up any confusion you may have had about mosquitoes and COVID-19. While many people are worried about getting sick from the virus, they shouldn’t be afraid of mosquito bites! If you do see a mosquito in your house or backyard, it’s probably just trying to find food like any other insect would.