How does the Health Department control mosquitoes?
The Hamilton County Health Department is responsible for mosquito-borne disease prevention. This is accomplished through an integrated mosquito management program.
1. Vector and disease surveillance
2. Source reduction
3. Control of mosquito larvae and pupae
4. Control of adult mosquitoes
5. Resistance testing
6. Public education
Staff are certified applicators and use all pesticides in accordance with the Office of the Indiana State Chemist.