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Buzz off, bugs! How to stay safe during insect season
Description: Welcome to bug season, when mosquitoes, ticks and other creepy crawlers make even the bravest mom or dad hesitant to let the kids go outside. Not only are insects annoying, they can carry diseases such as West Nile virus and Lyme disease. But what's the best way to ward off these pests? A new report finds that no one bug repellent works against every insect, but your best bets are those products made with active ingredients registered with the EPA and approved by the CDC. [Source: CNN]
URL: http://www.cnn.com/2013/07/17/health/bug-repellent-report/index.html
Availability: Full Text
Source: CNN
Publish Date: 7/17/2013
Reading Level: Basic
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