Using insect repellents is just one way to rid yourself of mosquitoes and other annoying insects. But there are other preventative measures you can take to bug proof yourself and your home. By implementing a few simple measures, you can prevent bug bites and the spread of serious disease.
You may not know it, but mosquitoes can carry diseases such as Encephalitis, Yellow Fever, Malaria, and Dengue Fever. Ticks have long been known carriers of Lyme Disease. Instances of mosquito borne Rocky Mountain Fever are also rising dramatically.
Click this link for a few tips on how to protect yourself and your family against blood-feeding insects and the diseases they can carry.