--- title: Cape Cod Mosquito Control and Bite Prevention description: West Nile Virus was recently found in a mosquito sample from Sandwich. 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Here's what you should know about [Cape Cod mosquito control](https://www.burgesspest.com/massachusetts-tick-mosquito-control/) and bite prevention. --- ### ![Cape Cod Mosquito Control and Bite Prevention](https://blog.burgesspest.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ITCHY%20BITES.jpeg?width=266&name=ITCHY%20BITES.jpeg)Bite prevention tips for you - #### Cover up: Wear long sleeves and pants when possible. - #### **Use repellents:** The latest information on EPA-approved repellents can be found at epa.gov. - #### **Stay in:** Avoid spending time outdoors during times of increased [mosquito activity](https://blog.burgesspest.com/blog/stop-mosquitoes-in-massachusetts-this-summer-infographic), like dawn and dusk. - #### **Know the signs:** If you've been bitten, watch for [signs and symptoms](https://blog.burgesspest.com/blog/what-you-should-know-mosquito-borne-diseases-massachusetts-rhode-island) of WNV or EEE such as fever or chills, headache, body aches or joint pain, and fatigue. ### Mosquito control tips for your home - #### **Eliminate standing water:** [Empty items that hold water](https://blog.burgesspest.com/blog/prevent-mosquito-breeding-grounds-in-your-yard-infographic) such as buckets, wheelbarrows, watering cans, bird baths, storage bins, and tire swings. - #### Dry ground: Fill low-lying areas where rainwater collects and check outdoor plumbing for leaks. - #### **Clear the leaves:** Clean up leaf litter and yard debris, trim overgrown grass and vegetation, and keep gutters clear.  - #### **Keep them outside:** Inspect window and door screens to be sure they are intact & close securely. 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