While your mind is likely on a different virus right now, San
Mateo County Mosquito and Vector Control District, along with the
Mosquito and Vector Control Association of California (MVCAC) and
mosquito and vector control districts across the state, are
observing California Mosquito and Vector Awareness Week this
week. While they do NOT transmit COVID-19, mosquitoes do transmit
other diseases, including West Nile virus.
San Mateo County Mosquito and Vector Control District is taking
proactive measures to protect its staff and residents by taking
action to slow the spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
Earlier this month, San Mateo County Mosquito and Vector Control
District was awarded the Certificate of Achievement for
Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance
Officers Association after submitting its Fiscal Year 2017/2018
Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (available at https://www.smcmvcd.org/2018cafr) for review. The
Comprehensive Annual Financial Report was judged by an impartial
panel to meet the high standards of the program.
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) urges all
Californians to protect themselves from mosquito bites during
West Nile virus (WNV) season, which extends from now through
early fall.
“West Nile virus activity in the state is increasing, so it is
important to take every possible precaution to protect against
mosquito bites,” said State Public Health Officer and CDPH
Director Dr. Karen Smith.
Earlier this month, San Mateo County Mosquito & Vector Control
District was awarded the District of Distinction accreditation by
the Special District Leadership Foundation (SDLF) for the second
time. The District was first designated the two-year District of
Distinction accreditation in 2017 in recognition of its sound
fiscal management policies and practices in district operations;
they also were awarded the Special Districts Leadership
Foundation’s Transparency Certificate of Excellence in 2017.
Officials at San Mateo Mosquito and Vector Control District
(SMCMVCD) remind residents that winter is the season for the
western black-legged tick (Ixodes pacificus). This tick
is the primary vector for Lyme disease and other tick-borne
illnesses in San Mateo County. “Most people think of mountain
lions and coyotes as the major risks when enjoying outdoor
activites. We’d like to remind people that some real
threats come in much smaller packages,” said Laboratory Director
Angie Nakano.
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) announced today
two confirmed deaths in California due to West Nile virus (WNV).
The deceased persons were residents of Glenn county and
Yuba county.
“We are still in a peak period of West Nile virus transmission in
the state so we urge everyone to take every possible precaution
to protect themselves against mosquito bites,” said CDPH Director
and State Health Officer Dr. Karen Smith.
The District laboratory has found no further sign of West Nile
virus in mosquitoes trapped in areas of East Palo Alto after this
week’s
adult mosquito control treatment.
On August 9th San Mateo County Mosquito and Vector Control
District (SMCMVCD) detected West Nile Virus (WNV) in adult
mosquitoes collected from East Palo Alto. These mosquitoes were
collected by the District laboratory staff during disease
surveillance.
Mosquito Threats on the Rise and Californians are Nurturing the
Threat
Mosquito Awareness Week educates California residents on
preventing mosquito-borne viruses
SACRAMENTO, APRIL 13, 2018 – There has been a steep rise in
detections of invasive mosquito species in California, according
to the
California Department of Public Health, which increases the
risk of local transmission of imported diseases.
On Thursday, April 26th, 2018, San Mateo County Mosquito and
Vector Control District will hold an open house at its office at
1351 Rollins Rd. in Burlingame from 4pm until 7pm to celebrate
Mosquito Awareness Week. Visitors will have the opportunity to
meet the staff and tour the laboratory, as well as participate in
a variety of demonstrations, exhibits, and activities. No RSVP is
required for this event.
During their regularly scheduled meeting in January, the San
Mateo County Mosquito and Vector Control District Board of
Trustees held elections for the positions of President of the
Board, Vice-President of the Board, Board Secretary, and
Assistant Board Secretary. The trustees elected to these
positions took office on Feb. 14th, and will serve for
two years.
Officials at San Mateo Mosquito and Vector Control District
(SMCMVCD) remind residents that winter is the season for the
western black-legged tick (Ixodes pacificus), also known as the
deer tick. This tick is the primary vector for Lyme disease and
other common tick-borne illnesses.
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) announced today
three confirmed deaths in California due to West Nile virus
(WNV). The deceased persons were residents of Kern, Los Angeles
and San Bernardino counties. CDPH is unable to provide additional
patient details including demographic information and name of
hospital providing care to protect confidentiality.
The 2016-17 San Mateo County Civil Grand Jury recently released a
report titled ‘Can We See You Now? San Mateo County’s Independent
Special Districts Website Transparency Update’ discussing San
Mateo County special districts’ progress toward achieving the
transparency standards set forth by the California Special
Districts Association (CSDA) and the Special District Leadership
Foundation (SDLF).
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) reminds
individuals to take precautions when entering cabins, trailers
and other buildings that may be infested with rodents after the
recent diagnosis of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS) in a
Northern California man.
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) urges all
Californians to eliminate standing water around their homes and
businesses to help reduce mosquito populations in an effort to
prevent Zika and West Nile virus infections.
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) announced the
first confirmed illness in California due to West Nile virus
(WNV). The illness occurred in Kings County.
“West Nile virus activity in the state is increasing, so I urge
Californians to take every possible precaution to protect against
mosquito bites,” said CDPH Director and State Public Health
Officer Dr. Karen Smith.
San Mateo County Mosquito & Vector Control District Recognized as
“District of Distinction”
Burlingame, CA – 21 April 2017
San Mateo County Mosquito & Vector Control District received the
“District of Distinction” accreditation by the Special District
Leadership Foundation (SDLF) for its sound fiscal management
policies and practices in district operations. The District is
the first mosquito and vector control district in California to
be designated a District of Distinction.
