• Zika was first discovered in 1947.
• Zika, doesn’t infect the same mosquitoes as West Nile virus (the Culex species spreads West Nile).
• Aedes aegypti mosquito transmits Zika. The Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquitoes spread Zika, Yellow Fever, Dengue and Chikungunya viruses.
• Aedes mosquitoes are not always seen since they don’t typically fly out in front of you.
• Aedes mosquitoes are sneaky preferring to bite in the daytime while lurking close to the ground, where they are more difficult to spot (they will also feed at night). Be sure to protect and cover your legs and feet.
• Aedes mosquitoes will breed in water collected in old tires, ditches that don’t drain, flowerpots, small jars, pet dishes, bird baths, clogged gutters and even containers as small as a bottle cap. Homeowners should empty any and all containers with standing water. Your yard could be the breeding ground.
• Aedes aegypti mosquitoes don’t travel very far. Given the chance, they’ll even reside in the cleanest homes, preferring to hide in utility rooms, and will bite everything in sight.
• Mosquitoes will lay eggs, often waiting for a few drops of water so they can hatch (some mosquito eggs can withstand drying for up to a year). Eggs are often found along riverbanks.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, currently, there is no vaccine or medicine for the Zika Virus (CDC Website: http://www.cdc.gov/zika/index.html).

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Southern and Sovereign Pest Control were recently named one of Pest Control Technology’s (PCT) Top 100 pest management firms in North America. The award recognizes pest control businesses based on performance, sustained growth, and revenue.

Ashley Carroll, Vice President of Marketing, is pleased to hear of Southern & Sovereign Pest Control’s rise on the list, a promotion from its 2015 ranking at 74th. “We are very proud to receive such a distinguished honor.”

As a company that specializes in strictly residential properties, we are extremely pleased to be compared with those whose revenues encompass residential, commercial and industrial combined. Southern & Sovereign Pest Control ranked #72 for 2016.

“We’re honored to say that Southern & Sovereign Pest Control has been annually listed as a top 100 pest control company. It validates the hard work and commitment to superior customer care our employees have put in along with the trust our customers have in us to serve their needs,” said Carroll.

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About Southern and Sovereign Pest Control
Southern and Sovereign Pest Control were founded in 1970 and serve 17 locations in Georgia, Maryland, Texas, Tennessee and Virginia. The company is a member of the National Pest Management Association and is Quality Pro-Certified, which is the highest mark of excellence recognized in the industry. Southern and Sovereign Pest Control provides quality termite and pest control services. For more information, contact by phone at 1-800-627-0577, or by filling out our.

Our “Service When You Need It” program is a unique and progressive approach to residential pest control that is the best value in the industry. This service concept combines quality, value, and convenience with environmentally responsible pest control techniques.

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• The Zika Virus is spread through mosquito bites.
• The illness is mild with symptoms often lasting less than a week.
• Approximately one in five people infected with the virus show symptoms.
• Currently, no vaccine or specific treatment exists for the disease.
• The most common symptoms related to the Zika virus disease are joint pain, redness of the eyes, rash, extreme fatigue, nausea and fever.
• Scientists are investigating the possible link between the Zika Virus and Microcephaly, a condition in which babies are born with abnormally small heads and brains that have not developed properly.
• Treatment focuses on relieving symptoms and includes rest, plenty of fluids for re-hydration, and medications for fever and pain.
• Much of the effort against the illness focuses on protecting people from mosquitoes and reducing mosquito populations.

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No one knows exactly how long termite queens live, but many are known to live at least ten years and records of some long lived mounds suggest longevity of over 40 years. Formosan queens can produce up to 1,000 eggs a day. The largest Formosan termite colony found in America had infested a public library in Algiers, La. It weighed 600 pounds and contained 70 million termites. But who’s counting?

Termites burrow into wood to obtain food. Given enough time, termites will feed until nothing is left of the wood but a shell. Collective with other termite species, they cause as much as $5 billion in damage each year. Formosan termites alone cause over $1 billion in damage every year.

Suspect a problem or want to ensure you are prepared if one develops? There is no better time to protect one of your most valued assets. Call us today to learn more about our Termite Service plan.

Facts from NPMA’s Pestworld.org

This article from the Home & Garden section of the San Antonio Express-News expands on what to look for and in general a very good read if you want to learn more about these wood destroying pests.

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In addition, we are delighted that Virgil Hicks has joined SPC in the position of Operations Manager. Virgil brings over 13 years of experience in the pest control industry and is certified in Tennessee and in Kentucky.  He thrives on establishing and nurturing new relationships each day and solving customers’ pest control needs. He is a military veteran and in his downtime he enjoys traveling with his family, attending church and creating digital art.

It will be our pleasure to serve you at our new location with the same quality and service you have come to expect of us. We hope to see you soon. Don’t forget, if you have friends or family in the Nashville area, be sure to take advantage of our Refer-A-Friend program and earn $50 (details located on our website http://www.sovereignpestcontrol.com/referral-programs/).

Thank you, as always, for your continued support. We attribute our success to people like you.

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http://www.vdh.state.va.us/news/Alerts/MosquitoAwarenessWeek/index.htm

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