This month, Discovery will use
its global reach to focus the world’s attention on the single greatest agent of
death in modern human history: the
mosquito. The global crisis is highlighted in the worldwide premiere of the
upcoming Discovery Impact film MOSQUITO,
Thursday, July 6th at 9:50pm, on Discovery Channel and Discovery Networks
around the world.
In the Philippines, the rainy
season has officially started and as much as we enjoy the cold weather, the wet
season poses a potential threat in the form of dengue, a mosquito-borne disease
which is usually seen during the rainy season. What could be seen as a minor
bite from this tiny creature can be more fatal than we think.
Recent news coverage around the
globe has highlighted individual outbreaks of mosquito-borne diseases such as
Zika, Malaria, West Nile Virus, Yellow Fever, Chikungunya, and Dengue. But there
are still some safety measures we can take to stay healthy and make our homes
clean, safe and mosquito-free:
·
Dispose
water regularly
Mosquitoes breed
in standing water so find time to clean up your area and eliminate stagnant
water inside and around the house. Clean containers that could possibly be a
breeding nest for mosquitoes such as vases, pots, and basins.
·
Apply
mosquito repellent
Always remember
that the most effective mosquito repellents are those applied to the skin other
than the arm bands, necklace and strips you can attach to the body. Be
protected by wearing good mosquito repellents especially when you go out of the
house.
·
Wear proper
clothing
Protect yourself
from mosquito bites by wearing long sleeves and pants especially when
travelling or going out of town. Avoid wearing tight-fitting clothes as disease-carrying
mosquitoes are able to bite through this type of clothing.
·
Watch
your scent
Mosquitoes are
attracted to old sweat, and not the fresh and odorless one that our body
produces after exercising. Sweat begins to smell when mixed with bacteria,
which creates some chemical compounds that entices mosquitoes.
·
Keep yourself
away from dirty water
Avoid getting
near clogged gutters and flooded areas as these are commonly present during the
rainy season.
·
Plant
mosquito-repellent herbs in your garden
Best to place
plants like basil, citronella, lemon balm, and garlic in your garden. It will
not just beautify your home but also keep the family away from mosquitoes as
these plants drive mosquitoes away because of their smell.
·
Spray
good insecticides
Keep the
neighborhood mosquito-free by spraying insecticides in the dark corners of the
house. As much as possible try to spray insect repellent during daytime and use
water-based sprays which are safe to humans and toxic-free.
About Discovery Channel
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creating the highest quality non-fiction content that informs and entertains
its consumers about the world in all its wonder, diversity and amazement. The
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technology, exploration, adventure, history and in-depth, behind-the-scenes
glimpses at the people, places and organizations that shape and share our
world. For more information, please visit www.discovery.com
About Discovery Communications:
Discovery Communications (Nasdaq:
DISCA, DISCB, DISCK) satisfies curiosity and captivates superfans around the
globe with a portfolio of premium nonfiction, lifestyle, sports and kids
content brands including Discovery Channel, TLC, Investigation Discovery,
Animal Planet, Science and Turbo/Velocity, as well as OWN: Oprah Winfrey
Network in the U.S., Discovery Kids in Latin America, and Eurosport, the
leading provider of locally relevant, premium sports and Home of the Olympic
Games across Europe. Available in more than 220 countries and territories,
Discovery's programming reaches 3 billion cumulative viewers, who together
consume 54 billion hours of Discovery content each year. Discovery’s offering
extends beyond traditional TV to all screens, including TV Everywhere products
such as the GO portfolio and Discovery Kids Play; over-the-top streaming services
such as Eurosport Player; digital-first and social video from Group Nine Media;
and virtual reality storytelling through Discovery VR. For more information,
please visit www.discoverycommunications.com.
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