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SUMMER STINGS & BITES

July 2012 • #35

A Note from the Medical Editor

Along with the warm weather come bugs – lots and lots of bugs. I like to call them a side-effect of summer. For most children, the biting and stinging insects of summer are just minor annoyances. However, they can represent a serious problem for some with serious allergies.

So what can you do to prevent your kids from getting bit or stung? What is the best way to treat a bite or sting? You’re about to find out. Here are some ways to keep insects from ruining your outdoor fun.

~Jennifer Shu, MD, FAAP
Medical Editor, HealthyChildren.org

Featured Articles

Insect Bites and Stings

To take the sting out of summer, here are some tips to help identify and treat insect bites and stings, as well as common reactions. Go >

Backyard Safety

Bugs are everywhere, including your backyard! Follow these simple suggestions to make your yard a safe place for your child to play. Go >

Serious Allergic Reactions (Anaphylaxis)

Up to 5% of Americans may have severe allergic reactions to insect stings, depending on what kind of sting it is. Learn what to do if this medical emergency occurs. Go >

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Featured Tip


	For your own lawn and garden, use nonchemical pest control methods whenever possible. If you keep bottles of pesticides in your home or garage, make sure they’re out of the reach of children to avoid any accidental poisoning.

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