Mosquitoes
There are about 170 different mosquito species in North America alone. Some of the most dangerous ones, according to Campbell, are the Culex mosquito, the Asian Tiger mosquito, and the Yellow Fever mosquito. Mosquitos are one of the most dangerous summer bugs because they spread diseases such as malaria, yellow fever, West Nile virus, and Zika, among others, Campbell says.
How to protect yourself: “Wearing an insect repellent containing DEET or another EPA-registered ingredient is the best way to prevent mosquito bites,” Campbell says. It’s also essential to prevent mosquito breeding grounds around your home since they can lay eggs in as little as half an inch of water. Mosquito repellent works well because of the smell, and that has to do with why certain people attract mosquitoes more than others
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