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What Precautions Should Be Taken When Entering Dengue Prone Area?
Hello, Planning to go to Phuket on holiday Sunday 18th July. The family consists of:
4 x adults and 2 children (boy 7, girl 9). We heard that there is a possibility of Malaria, Dengue Fever and Chikungunya. What do we need to take and how long before departure. Also, where can we get relevant vaccines quickly.
Many thanks
Esther Leach
4 x adults and 2 children (boy 7, girl 9). We heard that there is a possibility of Malaria, Dengue Fever and Chikungunya. What do we need to take and how long before departure. Also, where can we get relevant vaccines quickly.
Many thanks
Esther Leach
Fri, 14 Nov 2014
Hello ....take these measures (1) cover body parts as much as possible by wearing full sleeves and pants specislly at dusk/dawn (2) apply mosquito repellents specially the one containing DEET...apply only on exposed body parts...do not apply on face and under clothings (3) use MOSQUITO NETS while sleep (4) use fans/air conditioner as mosquitoes stay away from windy airing (5) wash hair twice a day (6) dont apply body perfumes (6) burn citronella candles....wish u a happy journey....take care....dr rahul
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