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Take the Bite Out of Your Backyard Before Your Summer 'Staycation'

SOUTHBOROUGH, Mass., July 2 PRNewswire — According to USA Today, many Americans plan on spending more time in their backyards this summer due to increase in fuel prices and travel expenses. In order to avoid breaking the bank on summer vacations, more families are staying home and planning barbecues and outdoor activities — a summer "staycation". Even the best backyard vacation can be cut short by annoying biting mosquitoes, turning a day of play into an itchy evening tending to bites.

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To help reduce the backyard mosquito population, Kaz, Inc., a leading global manufacturer of quality healthcare and home comfort products, now offers homeowners the Stinger family of Mosquito Vacuums Home Depot and Lowe's stores nationwide and now online with free shipping at http://www.stingervac.com. The Mosquito Vacuum by Stinger provides long-term family protection and backyard comfort using propane-fueled, insect control technology developed to reduce the risk of dangerous mosquito-borne illnesses.

In the United States, the Center for Disease Control recorded over 3,500 human cases of West Nile Virus (WNV) in 2007, resulting in 109 deaths. Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) and Dog Heartworm — both spread by mosquitoes — also pose a significant and continued threat this coming year and recent reports from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) state that widespread appearance of Dengue Fever in the continental United States is a real possibility.

Starting early is the secret to interrupting female breeding cycles, so families should get their insect control devices running as early as possible, at least 30 days in advance of their "staycation" or outdoor festivities. Backyard vacationers should avoid planning events or outdoor activity between dusk and dawn when biting insects are active.

The combination of carbon dioxide, heat, moisture and exclusive, multi-scent bait makes the Mosquito Vacuum more effective than any other trapping device sold at retail today, according to independent tests. Chemical sprays, candles and lotions offer only temporary relief from mosquitoes, but the Mosquito Vacuum is odorless and silent, providing continuous 24-hour protection from mosquitoes, black flies, gnats, and no-see-ums.

According to Kristin Anderson, Stinger Brand Manager for Kaz and mother, "Backyard fun is a great, affordable way to spend a summer, but care should be taken to protect your family and pets from biting insects. These insect control devices are designed to provide an effective, long-term solution to reducing mosquito populations, and combines proven mosquito-attracting science with powerful vacuum technology and a reliable design. We've done the research to ensure the highest-quality mosquito control for many summers to follow, all at an affordable price."

Here are more tips for keeping mosquitoes out of your yard:

— Avoid shaded areas where mosquitoes may be resting.

— If possible, avoid outdoor activity when mosquitoes are most active, usually dawn and dusk.

— Wear protective clothing such as long pants and long sleeve shirts when outdoors.

— Use insect repellents properly. DEET, Picaridin and Oil of Lemon-Eucalyptus are proven to be the most effective. Use repellents only as directed on the label.

— Eliminate all standing water on your property. Don't forget to remind your neighbors, too. Their mosquitoes may also be your mosquitoes.

Mosquito Vacuums are sold for approximately $279 at Home Depot and Lowe's stores nationwide, and now online at http://www.stingervac.com.

Headquartered in Southborough, Mass., Kaz, Inc. (http://www.kaz.com) is a trusted and dedicated healthcare and home comfort product manufacturer. Kaz has offered high-quality home environment products since founder Max Katzman's invention of the world's first electric vaporizer 70 years ago. Today, the family business manufactures and distributes innovative products worldwide.

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