1. Avoid mosquito hotspots One way you can avoid mosquito bites when travelling is to check if your holiday destination is a hot spot for mosquito activity, and in particular, the areas where the mosquito-borne diseases are more prevalent. 2. Use a mosquito net How many times have you woken up to find yourself littered with mosquito bites? That’s because, when conditions are favourable, a mosquito’s dining experience can lead well into the night. 3. Wear light colours A little-known fact is that mosquitoes are attracted to dark colours. This is believed to be because of the contrasting dark coloured clothes provide against the horizon during dusk when mosquitoes are most active. 4. Use insect repellent When it comes to avoiding mosquito...
You can usually treat the itching and discomfort at home. By applying Bite Helper™ to the wounds you will get quick relief from the itching and uncomfortable irritation.
More than 100 leading scientists are calling on the World Health Organization (WHO) to revise its guidelines on Zika because of its link to serious birth defects. In an open letter to the WHO the scientists advised that the Summer Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro be moved or postponed because of the Zika outbreak in Brazil.
