Tips to repel mosquitoes that cause dengue fever at home

(Baonghean.vn) - Dengue fever is a viral infection caused by mosquito bites. Patients diagnosed with dengue fever, if not treated promptly, can be life-threatening.To increase the long-term effectiveness of mosquito repellent, you should apply the following natural measures:

Dengue fever is a common disease worldwide, but the number of dengue fever cases detected is highest in Asia and India. Illustration: Internet

Placing a bowl of crushed garlic in the corners of the house also helps repel mosquitoes quickly.

Hanging a lemongrass branch in the bedroom also helps reduce mosquitoes significantly.

In places with lots of mosquitoes, you can place a box of tiger balm or a bottle of wind oil. When mosquitoes smell it, they will fly away.

Dry the orange/tangerine peels and place them in corners where mosquitoes often gather. Mosquitoes will not dare to come near.

Mosquitoes will not come near the smell of orange/tangerine peels. Illustration: Internet

Use a bottle of sugar water. Mosquitoes love sweet smells. Just use a small-necked wine bottle, add sugar water and place the bottle horizontally in a corner of the house. When mosquitoes fly into the bottle, they will be trapped by the sugar water and cannot escape and die. A bottle of sugar water in the bedroom is guaranteed to attract a lot of mosquitoes, preventing them from attacking humans.

By wearing white or light-colored clothing. This type of clothing has strong reflective properties, which can repel mosquitoes.

Plant mosquito repellent plants such as lemongrass, basil, ivy, mint, lavender, lemon balm... to significantly reduce mosquito attacks.

Plant ivy in the house to repel mosquitoes. Illustration: Internet

Change your curtains to a lighter color. Since mosquitoes love dark colors, simply changing your curtains to a lighter color will help keep mosquitoes from entering your home.

Install orange light bulbs in your home or wrap them in orange cellophane. Not only mosquitoes but also other insects are allergic to the color orange. Therefore, if your home emits this color light, mosquitoes will automatically stay away.

Orange lights are effective against mosquitoes. Illustration: Internet

Use smart mosquito repellent devices such as mosquito rackets, mosquito nets, mosquito repellant machines... However, you should also remember to choose the type with clear origin for more durable use and safety for your health.

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