Add Lyme disease to the ever-growing list of illnesses you need to be familiar with to keep your family healthy. 1. Know where and when it occurs. The disease is most commonly seen in rural areas of the Northeast from Virginia to Maine, northern California, and the northern Midwest but can occur almost anywhere in […]
How to Choose & Use the Right Insect Repellent for Kids
September 2, 2014 by
There are more than a million known species of insects and, according to experts, millions more waiting to be identified. And it seems as if there are almost as many insect repellents, with new ones popping up frequently, some containing new ingredients and safety warnings aimed at young children. Here is the latest: 1. The […]
Protecting infants/children from insects
April 28, 2013 by
True or false? Insects prefer biting infants to biting older children/adults. Answer: No one really knows. Perhaps infants get bitten more because they are “sitting ducks,” unable to shoo insects away. Regardless, infants need protection with the safest /most effective repellants available, for their comfort and their health. Here is what is known. 1. Choose […]
Avoiding Insect Bites in the Tropics
April 23, 2008 by
Protecting children from insect bites can be challenging, especially when you travel to places where bites are potentially troublesome and children hassle you about wearing protective clothing and using repellents. Here is what you should know. 1. Are there disease-carrying insects at your destination? For travel to the tropics check the websites of the Centers […]
