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MOSQUITO PROTECTION
- Keep grass and shrubs trimmed. Mosquitoes take cover in shaded areas during hot sunny days.
- Wear light-colored long-sleeved shirts and pants.
- Apply repellants to clothing and exposed skin. Repellants containing DEET have been proven to be most effective. For casual use, products with 10%-35% DEET will provide adequate protection for most conditions. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that repellants used on children contain no more than 10% DEET. Always read and follow directions on label.
- Use screens on windows and doors.
- If possible, avoid outdoor activity at dusk and dawn when mosquitoes are most active.
- Use yellow light bulbs for outdoor lighting purposes.
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