Health Tip: Protecting Yourself From Summer Bugs

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Hotter temperatures bring people outdoors, but they also bring insects out of hiding, says NorthShore University. From mosquitoes to ticks, the summer months are a hotbed for bites from these insects.

To protect against summer bugs, NorthShore recommends:

• Don’t apply perfumes, and avoid scented soaps.
• Stay away from stagnant water and wooded areas.
• Avoid wearing bright clothing and flowery prints.
• Dress appropriately when in a wooded or grassy area.
• Don’t walk barefoot in the grass.

Source: HealthDay

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