With new concerns about malaria in the U.S., keeping mosquitoes away is more important. Here is what works best, according to Consumer Reports.
Mosquitoes are a nasty part of every summer, but they are in the spotlight after a recent CDC health advisory about malaria.So to protect yourself, you want to make sure you purchase a product that really works.
A few days ago, Nygelle Davis was sitting in a park, swatting away mosquitoes and other small insects. She struggles with mosquito bites and is always looking for ways to keep them away.Emily Reynolds, meanwhile, hates using sprays, so she keeps her yard mosquito free with natural traps.But mosquitoes aren't just a nuisance; they spread bug-borne diseases such as Lyme disease and West Nile virus.
Consumer Report's Catherine Roberts says products with DEET levels of 25% to 30% provided the best protection against mosquitoes and ticks. The top-rated products lasted at least five hours, though she says figures vary.But what about more natural alternatives for those who don't want to use DEET?She says whichever products you choose, follow the instructions on the label. You can click here for the full report.
Without protection, you may end up like Kevin Young, who told us,"I stay in the house, pretty much." And that's a shame, unable to enjoy these long summer days."Don't Waste Your Money" is a registered trademark of Scripps Media, Inc. .
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