Buzz off! 10 ways to protect yourself from mosquito bites this monsoon
Remove mosquito breeding grounds If you have stagnant water near your surroundings, be sure to clear it as these can be breeding grounds for mosquitos. Drain or fill the temporary pools of water with dirt.
Use pesticidesUsing proper techniques to control the mosquito larvae in the habitat can be beneficial. Adult mosquitoes can be controlled by using insecticides.
Use structural barriers
Prevent entrance for mosquitoes by filling the gaps in walls, doors and windows preventing them from entering. Use mosquito nets to cover baby carriers and beds.
Dress wiselyDeep-coloured clothing like deep blue, red and black attracts more bugs. Wear light-coloured clothes, and full clothes so that no surface area on the body remains open.
Choose breathable fabricsPick a breathable fabric like nylon, cotton, and denim which are difficult for mosquitoes to penetrate. On the other hand, they can easily bite through lighter and thinner fabrics like spandex.
Use mosquito repellentsUsing mosquito repellents, lotions, sprays and creams that effectively ward off the bugs. These are infused with chemicals and herbal oils that keep mosquitoes at bay with their fragrance.
Use mosquito netsUsing mosquito nets can prevent their constant bugging. They are specifically useful in humid and warm places throughout the year and create a physical barrier that protects from mosquito bites while sleeping.
Use bug zappersBug zappers or mosquito traps use UV light and carbon dioxide to attract and kill mosquitoes. Mosquitoes are attracted to the blue glow of these traps.
Burn neem leavesGet some neem leaves from the backyard and burn them safely at the entrance of your house or other mosquito-prone areas. This effectively purifies the surroundings as mosquitoes cannot bear the smell of burning neem leaves.
Use yellow lights in the outdoorsReplace outdoor illuminators with bright, yellow lights. These do not repel mosquitoes but usually attract fewer of them.