A rectangular mosquito net makes a great play tent or fort for kids. It’s easy to set up inside or outside. It’s see through so you can easily keep an eye on what’s going on, and it will keep bugs away! Another bonus: it’s much less expensive than play tents you’ll find online or in stores.
Mosquito nets come in a variety of shapes and sizes, so how to do you choose what will be best for you?
The Zika Virus is now found in many countries around the world. If you are traveling, be sure to check if the country or countries you will visit have active Zika transmission. And if they do, go prepared with mosquito nets and insect repellent.
Malaria is a serious and potentially fatal disease which is transmitted by certain kinds of mosquitoes. The disease is caused by a parasite these mosquitoes carry and transmit when they feed on humans. Symptoms of malaria usually include high fever, chills, sweats, body aches, headache, nausea and vomiting. Malaria prevention includes drug prophylaxis, and avoiding mosquito bites through use of mosquito nets and insect repellents.
Mosquito borne diseases are diseases people get from mosquito bites. The most common mosquito borne diseases include: the Zika virus, Malaria, West Nile virus, Dengue fever, Yellow fever, and Chikungunya.