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Keep Mosquitos Off
-- Make sure any insect repellent you use contains DEET -- this is safer for children and pets than non-DEET repellents.
-- Wear long sleeves and long pants outdoors when possible, and wear socks to make sure your feet stay covered.
-- Spray your clothes with repellant, as well. Don't spray under any clothing.
-- Peak mosquito-biting times are at dawn, dusk, and early evening. Try to stay indoors at those times; if you do decide to go out, wear repellent and protective clothing.
-- Empty out any containers where water may be stagnating, such as buckets, bottles, or old tires -- be sure to check for containers under plants or the house.
-- Empty out pet food dishes, swimming pool covers, birdbaths, and other things that contain water at least once or twice a week. Clean out any clogged gutters.
-- Work with others in your neigborhood to keep public places free of stagnant water and other things that might attract mosquitos.
-- When you take your child outdoors, cover any infant carries with mosquito netting.
-- Repair window and door screens. If you don't have them installed, consider doing so.
This news arrived on: 04/27/2006
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