The Hidden Danger: Mosquito Bites on the South Shore

The Hidden Danger: Mosquito Bites on the South Shore

Most of us think mosquito bites are just itchy nuisances. But on Massachusetts’ South Shore, these tiny insects can carry serious diseases. Over the summer months—June through October —these bites can lead to health risks that extend far beyond a red bump. Not Just a...
Mosquito Bites in Plymouth County, Massachusetts

Mosquito Bites in Plymouth County, Massachusetts

 Mosquito Bites: Only female mosquitoes bite to obtain a blood meal necessary for egg production. Males do not bite. Human reactions to bites vary, ranging from mild to severe. Bite Mechanism: Mosquitoes use their proboscis to pierce skin and suck blood, injecting...