Doing yard work this weekend? Beware, mosquitoes aren't only a summer problem; they're still here and still a health hazard. The American Mosquito Control Association advises that August, September and early November are peak months for contracting West Nile virus. Since the disease first appeared in New York in 1999, it has spread to 44 states and five Canadian Provinces, with 3,800 human cases reported and 232 fatalities in 39 states. It's serious and not to be ignored. What should you do? Eliminate all standing water; mosquitoes breed in as little as one teaspoonful. They go from egg to adult in seven to 10 days; so dump and refill your birdbaths every five days. They're most active at dawn and dusk and they're drawn to cologne and dark clothing. Always wear a good repellant containing deet. Mosquitoes are more than just pests, they're a real threat. And that's the On The House Tip for today.