[balita-anda] Health Tips : Beat the bugs with DEET
Has your child ever scratched him- or herself raw because of an itchy bug bite? Mosquitoes and other biting insects are a menace to children and adults alike, especially during the summertime. Learn how to protect your family from getting those seasonal bug bites. Insect repellents: Worth the risk? You may worry about exposing your child to any potential toxin unless it's absolutely necessary. Insect repellents, however, have been around for decades and accumulated an excellent safety record. If used properly, their benefits - preventing mosquito- or tick-borne illnesses - outweigh the very small risk that they'll harm your child. Bug repellents come in many forms - liquid, lotion, stick, bath oil, gel, aerosol spray, and even wristband. The most effective bug repellents, however, are those that contain some concentration of the chemical N,N-diethyl-3-methylbenzamide, commonly known as DEET. DEET offers protection against bugs and ticks that transmit diseases such as: * Lyme disease * Rocky Mountain spotted fever * West Nile virus * Malaria * Dengue fever * Equine encephalitis The government developed this repellent more than 50 years ago, and people have used it without demonstrable harm for nearly that long. In rare instances, DEET has been responsible for skin irritation or inflammation when it was misused. If you don't want to use a product that contains DEET, or if your doctor advises you to avoid DEET because of a skin irritation or wound, other products offer limited protection. These repellents generally use plant-based oils such as oil of geranium, cedar, lemon grass, soy or citronella to repel insects. However, plant-based repellents generally work for a shorter period of time than do DEET-based repellents. Mode of action Mosquitoes are attracted to humans by the body's moisture, warmth, odor and continuous release of carbon dioxide. Repellents work by blocking receptors on mosquito antennae that sense these attractants. To be effective, repellent has to be applied to all exposed skin. Mosquitoes can readily find and bite untreated areas. Safe use To protect your child from possible risk posed by DEET exposure, stick to these guidelines: * Always follow directions. Before applying DEET to your child's skin, make sure that you've closely read the safety instructions in the package or on the container. * Choose a product with the right amount of DEET. The higher the DEET concentration, the longer it lasts. Although highly concentrated DEET preparations are available, products containing 30 percent or more DEET are not recommended for children. Here's the breakdown of DEET concentrations and how long they protect: Concentration neededHours of protection 23.8 percent5 hours 20 percent 4 hours 6.65 percent2 hours 4.75 percent1.5 hours Besides considering how long you'll need protection, think about other factors that call for a weaker or stronger DEET concentration: * Where is your child going? A lighter repellent may be fine for the playground, but use a stronger repellent if your child plans to trek through the woods or be near a swamp. * What types of biting insects are found in that area? * How likely are those insects to carry disease? * How susceptible is your child to getting bitten? In general, use the lowest effective concentration of insect repellent to minimize the risk of side effects. * Apply in moderation. While it's important to thoroughly cover all exposed skin, you don't want to overdo it. Children under age 2 should have no more than one application of repellent a day. Never put insect repellent on cut, scraped or sunburned skin. * Don't use on infants less than 2 months of age. Instead, cover your infant's stroller or playpen with mosquito netting when outside. * Avoid contact with the face and hands. Insect repellent can easily get into the eyes from the hands and face, causing severe discomfort and possible damage. * Don't spray in a closed room. Apply insect repellent outdoors or in a well-ventilated room. * Don't let your child apply his or her own insect repellent. Children are likely to go overboard, using far more than necessary and increasing the risk that they'll get repellent in their eyes or mouths. * Avoid combination sunscreen-insect repellent products. Sunscreen should be applied generously and repeatedly, while insect repellent should be applied sparingly. You need one product to stop bug bites and another to prevent sunburn. * Wash repellent off when you're safely away from the bugs. Once your child no longer needs DEET protection, a shower or bath is in order. DEET can damage plastics, synthetic fabrics, leather, and painted or varnished materials, so keep it away from eyeglasses, watch crystals, walls and furniture. DEET doesn't harm nylon or
[balita-anda] out of topic(oot) titip rumah saya , siapa tahu berminat
Return Receipt Your [balita-anda] out of topic(oot) titip rumah saya , siapa document tahu berminat : was Sarjana Muhammad/ID/ARNOTTS/CSC received by: at: 29/01/2005 04:28:12 PM ZE7 ** This e-mail and any files transmitted with it may contain confidential information and is intended solely for use by the individual to whom it is addressed. If you received this e-mail in error, please notify the sender, do not disclose its contents to others and delete it from your system. ** AYO GALANG SOLIDARITAS UNTUK MEMBANTU KORBAN MUSIBAH DI ACEH DAN SUMATERA UTARA !!! Kirim bunga, http://www.indokado.com Info balita: http://www.balita-anda.com Stop berlangganan/unsubscribe dari milis ini, e-mail ke: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Peraturan milis, email ke: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [balita-anda] OOT : List b'day kids.....
Return Receipt Your RE: [balita-anda] OOT : List b'day kids. document : was Sarjana Muhammad/ID/ARNOTTS/CSC received by: at: 29/01/2005 04:29:17 PM ZE7 ** This e-mail and any files transmitted with it may contain confidential information and is intended solely for use by the individual to whom it is addressed. If you received this e-mail in error, please notify the sender, do not disclose its contents to others and delete it from your system. ** AYO GALANG SOLIDARITAS UNTUK MEMBANTU KORBAN MUSIBAH DI ACEH DAN SUMATERA UTARA !!! Kirim bunga, http://www.indokado.com Info balita: http://www.balita-anda.com Stop berlangganan/unsubscribe dari milis ini, e-mail ke: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Peraturan milis, email ke: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [balita-anda] B'day anggota milis n anak masing2 (was: happy b'day Calia-nya Rike)
Return Receipt Your RE: [balita-anda] B'day anggota milis n anak masing2 (was: document happy b'day Calia-nya Rike) : was Sarjana Muhammad/ID/ARNOTTS/CSC received by: at: 29/01/2005 04:29:27 PM ZE7 ** This e-mail and any files transmitted with it may contain confidential information and is intended solely for use by the individual to whom it is addressed. If you received this e-mail in error, please notify the sender, do not disclose its contents to others and delete it from your system. ** AYO GALANG SOLIDARITAS UNTUK MEMBANTU KORBAN MUSIBAH DI ACEH DAN SUMATERA UTARA !!! Kirim bunga, http://www.indokado.com Info balita: http://www.balita-anda.com Stop berlangganan/unsubscribe dari milis ini, e-mail ke: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Peraturan milis, email ke: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[balita-anda] kenal
Perkenalkan, Saya anggota baru disini Evi Susanti Windsor English Course ( Toefl, IELTS, GMAT, TOEIC, Conversation) Gd Demono Jl. Kramat Raya no. 16 AD Jakarta Pusat Tel. 3920068 Fax 3929961 Yahoo! Mobile - Download the latest ringtones, games, and more!
[balita-anda] Liburan Sudah Usai
Wwwiiieesegerrr.. Musim duingin libur panjang lagi. Satu hari dalam liburan ada hujan dueras yang jarang terjadi di Saudi Arabia. Ternyata hujan itu cukup merata, termasuk di Makah. Tentu saja Mina juga di guyur hujan. Sempat terjadi kepanikan para jamaah haji, mengingat tenda2 jamaan meski fire proof, tapi kalau tanahnya becek khan repot juga, belum kondisi geografis Mina yang berbukit2, dimana pasti ada tempat rendah yang menjadi sasaran perjalanan air. Alhasil, jalan raya teredam air, jadi mirip2 sama Jakarta. Bedanya, tidak sampai ada pengungsi, dan air menghilang dalam waktu 1 hari. Ngapain aja liburan? Momong Nicko. Sepuas-puasnya. Setiap hari pasti keluar, kemana saja.Nicko sudah cukup puas saat di lepas di 'Kid's Station' meski dia belum bisa menikmati fasilitas yang ada, dia senang sekali. Mungkin dia pikir, sekarang buapaknya ada di rumah terus dan siap nemenin main kapan saja. Terbukti hari pertama masuk kerja, karena dia bangun siang, langsung cari buapaknya mau di ajak main. Walah, time is over. Back to weekdays. Apa kabar warga BA. Seminggu lebih gak di tengok, mailbox penuh ama BA. Untung bukan gmail apalagi yahoo. Gak sempet akses email dari rumah, tapi sempet update webnya Nicko. Have a look his new action : www.geocities.com/nickoandren/album2.html Sudah 20 bulan dia. Buandelnya minta ampun.Polahnya gak karu2an. Doyan makan, minum susu segentong. Progress 900gr, cukup buat 3-4 hari. Badannya keras, kalau nendang mamanya, tulung-tulung. Kalau ngamuk persis siapa ya...??? Lupa. Mungkin memang begitu kali ya anak seumuran dia. So, we have no worry, keep calm and be nice, always. Oh ya, musim hajian, artinya juga musim bertemu dengan sodara, teman dan relasi. Ada saja family dan teman yang sedang menunaikan ibadah haji. Dan mereka pasti ingin tahu lebih banyak 'ada apa' seputar Jeddah-Makah-Madinah even other city. So, bagi mom and dads, yang tahun depan akan menunaikan ibadah haji, jangan sungkan2 untuk hubungi kami, barangkali ada yang bisa di bantu, atau sekedar untuk ketemu. Well, let's back to our balita. Salam, Papanya Nicko, Jeddah - KSA www.geocities.com/nickoandrean/nicko.html
[balita-anda] OOT:Special Offer Febr Toys Perlengkapan bayi import
Dear rekans, Saya mau menawarkan special offer toys perlengkapan baby import bulan February 2005. New products antara lain original spongebob doll from nickelodeon/viacom inc, mainan baby playskool, mainan baby dari taf toys dan car seater 5 point safety. Bagi yang berminat bisa request price list dan gambarnya japri. Thanks mod. Regards, Ratna Yahoo! Messenger - Log on with your mobile phone!
[balita-anda] DSOG Winahyo H., Nugroho K, Hasnah Siregar
Dear moms, Ada yg mengetahui dsog winahyo (director rs puri cinere) ?? bagaimana kalo dsog hasnah siregar dan dsog nugroho kumpono. Saya berniat mau memakai 3 dokter ini pada saat saya program hamil yg kedua nantinya karena saya mempunyai cases pre eclampsia. Dan saat ini saya sudah menemui dsog winahyo tp mungkin moms mempunyai info lain mengenai dsog ini. - Find local movie times and trailers on Yahoo! Movies.
