Not the mosquitos. As the days get longer, the nights become warmer, we’re not the only ones enjoying the summer climate.
Here are some tips to help you enjoy a bite free summer:
- Remove any stagnant buckets of rain water
- Clean and dispose of palm fronds as mossies like to breed here
- Keep lawns mowed
- Use a mosquito repellant safely according to instructions
- Wear light coloured clothing
- Stay indoors during dusk and dawn
- Try a natural repellent such as citronella oil
Sometimes mosquitos can cause infections to humans, so it’s important to see your doctor if you are suffering from symptoms such as muscular pains, rash, headaches or a fever.
Take Care Australia 🇦🇺 This beautiful country is home to many animals that I had never seen before until coming here almost 3 years ago.
It is so sad to see the Bushfires affecting so many people and animals.
Several areas of the country are affected by heavy smoke making air quality very poor. If you are affected be sure to spend more time indoors with the air conditioning on and avoid any vigorous outdoor activity. If you do need to go outside invest in a disposable P2 face mask. These are able to filter out very fine particles from the air when used correctly and can be brought from your local hardware store.
If you suffer from respiratory problems please see your local GP for medication and an action plan.
As many of my Australian patients say “Australia only does things in extremes” and I hope that this extreme is over soon. My thoughts and prayers are with all those affected.
