Executive Summary

Foreword and Acknowledgments

West Nile Virus in the Northeastern United States: An Introduction

Global climate change to increase mosquito borne diseases

West Nile Virus: not a "deadly epidemic"

Maine prepares for West Nile Virus mosquito control

Pesticides proposed for use in Maine to control WNV mosquitoes are harmful to human health, wildlife and ecosystems

Chemicals under review for WNV mosquito control in Maine

• Malathion
• Naled
• Temephos
• The Pyrethroids
• Methoprene
• Surface oils
• Biopesticides
• Inert ingredients

Pesticides and methods proposed for use for mosquito control in Maine are ineffective

Spraying could make the problem worse

Pesticides proposed for use in Maine to control WNV mosquitoes could affect Maine's lobster industry

Legal ramifications of WNV mosquito control

Safe and Effective Ways to Protect Your Family and Community from West Nile Virus

• What would a non-toxic and effective community response to mosquito control look like?
• Community level guidelines for safe and effective mosquito control
• Some characteristics of Culex mosquitoes
• Steps you can can take around the house
• Insect repellents

Appendix: West Nile Virus, Mosquitoes, Pesticides: Questions and Answers