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 Is your family getting outdoors to enjoy the summer?
Don't let bug bites ruin your fun. Mosquitoes and ticks carry serious diseases, so protect yourself and your family from bites.
- "Kiddie" pools are a great way for kids to splash around and cool down in the summer. Remember to empty the pool and store it upside down when they're done playing. The still water in a pool can be a breeding ground for mosquitoes—not the pals you want at the pool!
- Heading out for a hike? Leave your shorts and sandals at home. Wearing long pants and socks can help protect you from ticks that hide out in tall grass.
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Using the right bug spray is an easy way to help keep mosquitoes and ticks off of your skin. On your way outside for a morning jog or an outdoor concert in the evening? Mosquitoes bite most at these times, so take along a travel-sized repellent with 20 to 50 percent DEET.
Visit the Quick Guide to Healthy Living to get more information about preventing mosquito and tick bites.
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