Tips To Help You Have A Malaria Free Safari

Tips To Help You Have A Malaria Free Safari

by Florine Meadows

If you are planning a trip to Africa, it is essential that you take steps that will minimize the chances of getting bitten by mosquitoes. Getting sick during a trip can be quite costly and inconvenient not only for you but for the people traveling with you. If you take the necessary measures, you can experience a <A href="http://www.greatestafrica.com">malaria free safari</A>.

Visit a local health center near you and ask your doctor for anti-malaria tablets. You should see the doctor a couple of weeks before you travel. Get the correct dosage and ask your doctor how far ahead you should take the drugs before you embark on your trip. Make sure to take your medication according to the schedule given by your doctor. Small children and pregnant women should not take the drugs without consulting their doctor.

Buy mosquito repellents. You can buy the repellents in your home country or in the country of your destination. Use the repellents in the evenings and at night. You can spray the repellents in your room, especially in dark areas and under your bed. If you are using a coil, burn it through the night. Take care to place the coil in an area where it will not set fire to any objects in the room. You can also buy repellents that you can apply to any exposed parts of your body.

Sleep under a mosquito net. This will keep away mosquitoes. The net should not have any holes. You should spread the net well before you seep so that there are no gaps in the net that a mosquito can pass through. Using a mosquito net that has been treated will be more effective, as any mosquitoes that land on the net will die.

Consider the location of the house you will be staying in. Avoid houses that have any stagnant water around them since stagnant water is a breeding ground for mosquitoes. The area surrounding the house should also be well taken care of and not have bushes. It also helps to stay in a house where the windows and any openings have screens that keep mosquitoes and other insects out.

When you are outside in the evenings, wear long sleeved clothes and long pants. This is because mosquitoes re most active in the evenings. You can also put on socks. This will keep most of your body covered and minimize the chances of a mosquito biting you.

There are other things that can cause mosquitoes to be attracted to you. This includes people who take lots of sugar. Avoid sugary snacks in the evenings during your trip. Also, avoid perfumes or after shaves with strong smell.

Be aware of what symptoms to be on the lookout for. If you notice any of these signs, see a doctor. There is a treatment for the disease. If it the illness is detected early, it is easier to treat than if it is at a more advanced stage.



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