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Services -> Public Education
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Public Education:
The District's mission is to protect residents from mosquitoes and other vectors that transmit disease. Public education is an important element in the success of combating diseases such as WNV, Lyme disease, and Hantavirus. The District's education program consists of public appearances at local city and county fairs, participation in the state Mosquito and Vector Awareness week, and presentations to schools and local civic groups. If you would like to schedule a presentation by District personnel, please contact our office at (650) 344-8592.
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San Carlos
Fair 2006 |
Local Fairs:
Each year, the District participates in local fairs such as the San Carlos Hometown Days, Foster City Art & Wine Festival, Pacifica Fog Fest, South San Francisco Day at the Park, San Francisco Flower and Garden Show, and others. District staff members are present at information booths at these events and are available to answer questions from local residents. Educational materials include:
- Displays on vector borne diseases, how to protect yourself, and District services
- Informational pamphlets
- Pinned insect collection
- Live pets, such as millipedes and hissing cockroaches.
- Mosquito swatters
- Magnetic business cards
- Everyone's favorite: Mosquito tattoos
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Notre Dame
High School |
Presentations / Talks:
Upon request, district personnel are available to give presentations at schools, community groups, or other organizations. To schedule such a presentation, contact the District at (650) 344-8592. Past presentation topics included:
- West Nile Virus and You
- Personal Protection to prevent West Nile virus
- Mosquito-borne Diseases
- Lyme Disease
- Everyone's favorite: Oh My! Vectors and Vector-borne Diseases
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Bug Collecting
Mills Canyon |
Community Outreach:
The District can provide brochures and/or participate in community events. Members of the District participate annually in the Mills Canyon Bug Walk. We are always interested in being involved in our local community. If you would like us to be involved in your event, please contact our office at (650) 344-8592. Many of the public education tools and brochures are available to download on this website - Click Here.
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