It is an important concern for any cat owner living in areas densely
populated by mosquitoes, and prevention should be discussed with a veterinarian.
Cats of all ages, living in any region, can contract heartworm, but the disease is more prevalent in felines who live in areas densely
populated by mosquitoes.
Heartworm is spread by mosquitoes, and tends to have a higher incidence in areas heavily
populated by mosquitoes.
It is best prevented if you avoid contact with mosquitoes as much as possible and wear protective clothing and sprays containing Deet when spending time in areas heavily
populated by mosquitoes.
Not exact matches
About 300 people have been killed
by the disease, which is spread
by mosquitoes and kills about 8 % of people who contract it since July 2017, causing concerns about an epidemic if the virus hits the country's densely
populated cities.