NHS 24: Insect Bites and Stings

🐝 Insect bites and stings 🐝

There are a number of precautions you can take to avoid being bitten or stung by insects: ⤵️⤵️

1️⃣ Move away slowly, don’t panic.

2️⃣Cover exposed skin with long sleeves and trousers.

3️⃣ Wear shoes outdoors.

4️⃣ Apply DEET-based insect repellent.

5️⃣ Avoid flowering plants, food areas, rubbish.

6️⃣ Remove fallen fruit, use lids on dustbins.

7️⃣ Camp away from water sources.

8️⃣ Keep food and drink covered.

9️⃣ Use netting on doors and windows.

🔟 Keep doors and windows closed.

Protect yourself from stings and bites! 🚫🐜🐝

https://nhs24.info/bites-and-stings