Are your ankles targets for mosquitoes lately? Many resort to common methods like bug sprays or staying indoors. However, there are other science-backed strategies that might surprise you.
Expert Insights on Mosquito Prevention
Sammy Ramsey, a professor of entomology at the University of Colorado, Boulder, and Brian Byrd, a professor of environmental health sciences at Western Carolina University, offer advice on mosquito bite prevention. Their insights have been compiled into a quiz by Life Kit, to test your knowledge and possibly save you from unwanted bites.
Consider these strategies:
- Wear light-colored clothing to avoid attracting mosquitoes.
- Use fans outdoors to deter these pests, as they are weak flyers.
- Avoid wearing scents that attract mosquitoes, such as perfumes and colognes.
- Ensure there’s no standing water near your home, as mosquitoes breed there.
Engagement and Resources
We encourage you to explore more about these tactics. You can test your knowledge with the Life Kit quiz. This story was edited by Meghan Keane and Hannah Chinn, with visual contributions from Beck Harlan.
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