American Mosquito Control Association Hosts its 74th Annual Meeting

MOUNT LAUREL, N.J. – The American Mosquito Control Association (AMCA) will host its 74th Annual Meeting, March 2-6, 2008, at John Ascuaga’s Nugget in Sparks, Nev. The AMCA Annual Meeting is the world’s leading event for researchers, educators, vector control professionals and students looking for the latest findings on mosquito research.

Well over one million people die from mosquito-borne diseases worldwide every year.  Indeed, since 1999 upwards of 27,000 cases of West Nile Virus, with nearly 11,000 cases of neuroinvasive disease and 1,000 fatalities have occurred in the United States, the world’s most advanced nation. That’s why the world’s leading authorities on mosquitoes, entomology, and public health gather ever year at the AMCA Annual Meeting to evaluate research and recent findings, discuss abatement technologies, learn more about the latest products and services available and make predictions for the upcoming mosquito season.

“This meeting provides an unmatched opportunity to exchange information on current and emerging discoveries, forge new collaborations and identify future opportunities in the field,” said Gene Payne, president of AMCA. “The AMCA Annual Meeting will provide the most comprehensive source of information in the world on vector-borne diseases, mosquito biology, and mosquito control,” said Payne.

The AMCA Annual Meeting consists of presentations, exhibits, and equipment demonstrations that illustrate and highlight the latest science, technology, and products used to conduct research and control vectors. Sessions of particular interest this year include:

• The operational side of mosquito control
• Potential for the introduction of a second generation of emerging vector-borne diseases into North America
• Supplemental mosquito control programs following hurricanes Katrina and Rita
• Emergency mosquito and mosquito-borne disease control
• Insect repellent as a public health strategy 

The American Mosquito Control Association is an international, scientific association dedicated to providing leadership, information, and education leading to the enhancement of health and quality of life through the suppression of mosquitoes and other vector transmitted diseases. Founded in 1935, membership extends to more than 50 countries, and includes individuals and public agencies engaged in mosquito control, mosquito research and related activities.

For more information about AMCA or the 74th Annual Meeting, contact: 15000 Commerce Parkway, Suite C, Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054; phone: 856-439-9222; fax: 856-439-0525; email: amca@mosquito.org or visit the Web site at www.mosquito.org.