How To Fight Mosquitoes This Summer? 5 Simple Ways To Eliminate ‘Little Flies’ And Avoid Zika Virus

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By Jonnalyn Carter , Parent Herald May 03, 04:14 am

With the outbreak of Zika virus, many now fear the dangers mosquito bites bring. As the summer season is also the time when these little flies emerge, a lot of people are now preparing how they will eliminate these harmful bugs.

The weather in the U.S. is gradually heating up and as the humidity increases the concerns about Zika virus rises, according to Wall Street Journal. Zika virus has been declared as an "international public health emergency" by World Health Organization (WHO) on Feb. 1.

Zika virus is now spreading throughout and being dreaded for the birth defects it carries. Hence, here are five simple tips how one can eliminate or avoid mosquitoes.

1. Mosquito Dunks

Mosquito dunks can be purchased at any local hardware stores. This mosquito control can kill little flies in stagnant water by destroying the larva for 30 days and covers up to 100 square feet of water.

2. Eucalyptus And Lemon Oil

Recommended by the CDC (Center for Disease Control), eucalyptus and lemon oil are an effective indoor insect repellent. The mixture of the two substances can efficiently drive the mosquitoes away, naturally.

3. Tansynella Organic Bugscreen Oil By Farmaesthetics Inc.

Costs around $18, Tansynella Organic Bugscreen Oil have a combination of eucalyptus and rosemary essential oils. Tansynella Organic Bugscreen Oil can be mixed in the water bath and put on pulse points.

4. Garlic

Because of its strong odor, garlic can be a natural remedy to kill and avoid mosquitoes. Not only that, garlic can also be a good aid to prevent the diseases caused by little flies.

5. Tea Tree Oil

Tea tree oil doesn't just work as a mosquito repellent, but it is also good for one's skin. It is an effective antibacterial and antifungal as its odor can drive the mosquitoes away. Tea tree oil can be put on one's skin or add a drop into a vaporizer.

What are your simple remedies to drive mosquitoes away? Share us your thoughts. Write your comments below.