Public Health

ZIKA VIRUS INFORMATION

Steps to help protect against mosquito bites:

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• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered insect repellents containing one of these active ingredients: DEET, picaridin, IR3535, oil of lemon eucalyptus, or para-menthane-diol. 

•  Long-sleeved shirts and long pants Recommended Actions 

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• Clothing and gear treated with permethrin that will provide an added layer of protection

• Lightweight, loose fitting clothing during the warmer months. When wearing longer sleeves and pants, take additional steps to prevent heat-related illnesses (for example, drink additional water and take rest breaks)

• Use air conditioning or window/door screens to keep mosquitoes outside. If you are not able to protect yourself from mosquitoes inside your home or hotel, sleep under a mosquito bed net.