General Information
VIHA West Nile Virus Brochure (PDF)
An information source on West Nile Virus as it applies to Vancouver Island.
BCCDC - How can I protect myself?
Health Canada
General information about West Nile Virus, including its history and the some additional resources provided by the federal government.
Centre for Disease Control, Atlanta, Georgia
Information about West Nile Virus and how the issue is being handled in the United States.
Health Canada - Pest Management Regulatory Agency - Mosquito Control
Fact sheets, pest notes, and other documents relating to West Nile Virus.
United States Environmental Protection Agency - Questions and Answers regarding Mosquito Control
Learn about mosquito control and what you can do to protect yourself from mosquitoes.
Natural Mosquito Control Around the Home - Swallows
Insect Repellents
Insect Repellent, Which Kind should I choose? Insect Repellent for Children (PDF) Information about DEET, how to choose an appropriate insect repellent, and information about their use.