Protect Yourself from Mosquitoes

Mosquitoes can spread diseases that make you very sick. Take steps to prevent mosquito bites.

• Use an EPA-approved repellent anytime you're outdoors.
• Wear long pants, long sleeves and socks to reduce exposed skin outdoors.
• Repair torn screens early in the season to keep mosquitoes outdoors.
• Remove standing water around the house to prevent mosquitoes from breeding.
• Dusk to dawn is peak biting time for mosquitoes that carry disease.

Know your risk: stay informed throughout mosquito season.

For more information about each of these important steps, go to:

www.mass.gov/MosquitoesAndTicks

Provided by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Bureau of Infectious Disease, Division of Epidemiology and Immunization