12 Mosquito-Borne Diseases You Need to Know About ASAP

Zika and beyond

Mosquito season is upon us, folks. These pesky critters can do more than bother everyone at your upcoming barbecue, though. Some mosquitoes carry diseases that can be dangerous to some people. Zika may be one of the most-discussed, but it’s certainly not the only one to pose a threat to people who want to enjoy the outdoors this summer. Here’s how to avoid the skeeters that carry Zika, but in general it’s the bug spray-and-coverup time of year.