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Vector Control
Vector Control works to decrease potential disease vectors, including mosquitoes and rats, both of which spread disease and are a nuisance. The program also responds to reports of other potential disease vectors.
About Vector Control
Vector Control handles issues with pests around the city. A vector is an organism, typically a biting insect or tick, that transmits a disease or parasite from one animal or plant to another.
- Bats pose a threat to safety because if they bite a human or companion animal (i.e., dog or cat), there is the possibility of disease transmission, such as rabies. Learn more about bats and rabies.
- Mosquitoes can carry diseases which threaten the public health, including West Nile virus, and several forms of encephalitis. Learn more about mosquitoes, West Nile, and preventing bites.
- Ticks are commonly found in Missouri and can carry various tickborne illnesses. Learn more about preventing tick bites, how to remove a tick, and symptoms of tickborne illness.
Reporting Concerns
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Contact Information
Email: health@stlouis-mo.gov
Phone:
(314) 657-1500
Fax:
(314) 612-5367
Hours:
Monday - Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Address:
1520 Market St.
, Rm 4051
Saint Louis, Missouri 63103
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