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This resolution designates the week of April 13-19, 2025, as Mosquito Awareness Week, highlighting the significant public health risks posed by mosquito-borne diseases. The resolution draws attention to serious health concerns, including the World Health Organization's estimate of over 300 million clinical cases annually and the specific threats in California from invasive mosquito species like Aedes albopictus and Aedes aegypti, which can transmit dangerous diseases such as dengue, yellow fever, chikungunya, and Zika. The document underscores the impact of mosquito-borne illnesses, noting local statistics like 767 Zika cases, 1,852 dengue cases, and 12 West Nile virus deaths in California in 2024. The resolution aims to increase public awareness about mosquito control, emphasize the importance of professional vector control methods, and encourage community action in eliminating mosquito breeding sites and understanding the health risks associated with these insects.

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