West Nile Virus Disease : Prevention
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Prevention could include:
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Blood Products Safety
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mosquito control
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Protective Clothing
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The best way to prevent West Nile virus infection is to avoid mosquito bites. Using mosquito-repellant products containing DEET and wearing long sleeves and pants are the most effective way to avoid bites. Community spraying for mosquitos may also...
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Insect repellent safetyThe safest bug repellent is proper clothing. Wear a full-brimmed hat to protect your head and the back of your neck. Make sure your ankles and wrists are covered. Tuck pant cuffs into socks, and wear light-colored clothing. ...
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Two new insect repellents???picaridin and oil of lemon eucalyptus???have been shown to repel misquitoes as well as DEET.
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Comparing the effectiveness of new products???the chemical DEET and the recently approved picaridin and oil of lemon eucalyptus???to fight misquitoes.
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