5 Tips to Protect Yourself From Zika Virus During Travels

Fall and winter are not without their benefits. The time of year affords brisk walks without the incessant need to slap away the flying nuisances. Mosquito season blissfully comes to an end and the fear of bites drops to zero.

However, if you are looking to travel to warmer climes, don’t be complacent. With warnings of the Zika virus continuing in the news, it is best to be prepared. Especially if your fun adventure falls into or near a Zika hot zone.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there have already been 4,618 travel-associated Zika infections in the U.S., and that number is likely to increase. So how best can you protect yourself and enjoy your vacation? Don’t stress, the experts have weighed in below about the best spray and non-spray options that will help you win the war against mosquitoes.
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