Insects can be classified by whether they sting (venomous) or bite (non- venomous). Stinging insects include wasps, hornets, yellow jackets, bees and fire ants. Biting insects include mosquitoes, ticks, lice and fleas.
Many people worry about infection if a redness or swelling occurs from an insect sting. This is normal immediately after a sting and up to a few days later.
To avoid stinging insects:
• Don’t wear perfume or scented lotions.
• Control odor at picnics and garbage areas.
• Don’t leave soda cans sitting around.
• Avoid brightly colored clothing outdoors.
• Destroy all hives or nests near your home.
• Remove areas of standing water where mosquitoes breed.
And if you get stung, do the following:
• Remove the stinger.
• Apply topical hydrocortisone to stop the itching.
• Apply antibacterial spray.
So guys, it’s better to be safe than sorry! Avoid the don’ts and do the do’s. Just simply avoid the stingers and biters.
