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Topic: Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus
“For many people, a bite from a mosquito or tick won’t cause much more than an itchy, irritating spot on the skin or sometimes mild, flu-like symptoms,” said Tennessee Department of Health Commissioner John Dreyzehner, MD, MPH. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Tennessee Department of Health says “Fight The Bite” Efforts Important To Protect All Tennesseans
Cases of locally transmitted Zika virus have been identified in a small area in Miami, Florida, but all cases in Tennessee have occurred in people returning from international travel to affected areas. This serves as a reminder that anyone traveling to affected areas should be very careful to avoid mosquito bites during travel and for three weeks after travel.
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Montgomery County issues Zika Virus Prevention Reminder
“With the first confirmed cases of the Zika virus in an adjoining county, and mosquito season in full swing, it is prudent that we remind the public of ways to prevent mosquito breeding.” said Mayor Durrett. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Tennessee Department of Health says Stay Safe and Healthy at Upcoming Warm Weather Events“Fight the Bite – Hydrate Right – Respect the Sun’s Might”
Thousands more are expected for Elvis Week in Memphis August 10th through 16th and in Bristol for Bristol Motor Speedway’s NASCAR event August 20th.
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Montgomery County urges everyone to take action to prevent Mosquitoes
“Mosquito season has started in Tennessee, presenting potential health problems for residents who could be bitten by disease-carrying mosquitoes,” said Mayor Durrett. “To prevent mosquito breeding spots, we urge residents and business owners to do a cleanup near their homes and establishments, discarding or tipping over items than can unintentionally hold water that mosquitoes can use to lay eggs and multiply. A mosquito can lay her eggs in something as small as a plastic soda bottle top, so tossing these types of items into the trash could help prevent you or someone else from suffering a mosquito bite.”
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Tennessee Department of Health says Spring Breakers, Mission Trip Members need Heightened Awareness of Mosquito-Borne Diseases“Fight the Bite” Strategies Crucial in Preventing Illness
The Tennessee Department of Health cautions travelers headed soon to these warmer climates to have an increased awareness about diseases spread by mosquitoes and to make mosquito bite prevention an essential part of their trip planning.
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Tennessee Department of Health reports First Case of Zika Virus Disease in TennesseeTDH Urges Residents & Travelers to Have Heightened Awareness about Protection Strategies
“We have been expecting an imported case of Zika virus disease and we believe more infections are likely as people travel to and from areas where the disease is currently being transmitted,” said TDH Commissioner John Dreyzehner, MD, MPH. ![]() Zika virus is spread to people through mosquito bites. The most common symptoms of Zika virus disease are fever, rash, joint pain, and conjunctivitis (red eyes). The illness is usually mild with symptoms lasting from several days to a week. Severe disease requiring hospitalization is uncommon. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Tennessee Department of Health urges public to protect themselves from Tick and Mosquito Bites
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Consumer Reports Tests Found Insect Repellents That Are Safer, More Effective Than Some Deet ProductsFor the first time, picaridin & oil of lemon eucalyptus products top the ratings
For the first time ever in Consumer Reports tests, the top scorers (Sawyer Fisherman’s Formula & Repel Lemon Eucalyptus) outperformed products that contained up to 25 percent deet, a chemical that can cause serious side effects. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Tennessee Department of Health urges Travelers to Protect Themselves from MosquitoesChikungunya Virus Disease Spread by Bites
The first confirmed case of chikungunya virus disease in Tennessee occurred in 2014; since then 42 additional cases have been documented, all involving travel outside the state. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
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