RT @Mozziebites@twitter.com

I know not everyone likes putting on insect repellent creams, sprays, and lotions. They work but there are other options to consider when trying to beat the bite of mosquitoes this summer too https://theconversation.com/insect-repellents-work-but-there-are-other-ways-to-beat-mosquitoes-without-getting-sticky-171805 via @ConversationEDU@twitter.com #keepmozziesaway

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Wonderful weather to enjoy catching up with friends and family outdoors this festive season but don’t forget to #keepmozziesaway so see @NSWHealth@twitter.com for tips! https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/keepmozziesaway

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A case of Japanese encephalitis has been reported from western NSW, please take steps to protect yourself and family from mosquito bites. Follow @NSWHealth@twitter.com for updates https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/mosquito-borne/Pages/default.aspx #keepmozziesaway https://twitter.com/nswhealth/status/1605770012454580224

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RT @Mozziebites@twitter.com

With the warmer weather (and a little less rain) it’s a great time to start planning some outdoor adventures. Just make sure you’ve got a plan to #keepmozziesaway so check @NSWHealth@twitter.com for tips https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/mosquito-borne/Pages/default.aspx

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RT @Mozziebites@twitter.com

Its important if you're spending extending time outdoors this summer (perhaps because of your job) that you take steps to avoid mosquito bites. Perhaps you're eligible for a JE vaccine too? Check @NSWHealth@twitter.com for more information! #keepmozziesaway @NSWFarmers@twitter.com @SafeWork_NSW@twitter.com https://twitter.com/NSWfarmsafety/status/1598164171941871617

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RT @Mozziebites@twitter.com

For the next 6 months, my weeks will be filled with mosquito monitoring activities to track changes in populations of these bloodsucking pests and activity of pathogens that they spread. For results, see @NSWHealth@twitter.com https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/environment/pests/vector/Pages/Surveillance-and-monitoring-weekly-reports-season-2022-23.aspx #keepmozziesaway https://twitter.com/Mozziebites/status/1598421545780940806

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Mosquitoes emerge from more than just floodwaters, high tides are bringing plenty of water into coastal #wetlands so expect more mozzies buzzing about in mangrove and saltmarsh environments as summer arrives #keepmozziesaway #mozziesofsydney 🦟

RT @Mozziebites@twitter.com

It’s not just the insect repellent formulation you choose but how you use it that will ensure long lasting protection against mosquito bites. Check these tips from @NSWHealth@twitter.com https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/mosquitoes?fbclid=IwAR2E77whdqj8_bqaH2U-l6sksnNBEonBo4-ib6AjSIUbCXfV16Nxg95cqwo #keepmozziesaway 🦟

This week is the launch of the new @NSWHealth campaign to encourage communities to protect themselves from mosquito bites and mosquito-borne diseases (such as Japanese encephalitis) https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/keepmozziesaway #keepmozziesaway #publichealth #mosquitoes #mozziesofsydney

"‘Mozzies like a cloud’: repellent runs out in flood-hit towns amid mosquito boom" https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2022/nov/18/mozzies-like-a-cloud-repellant-runs-out-in-flood-hit-towns-amid-mosquito-boom #keepmozziesaway #publichealth #nswfloods #mosquitoes

News from NSWHealth that communities along the Murray River should protect themselves against mosquito bites as "routine animal surveillance indicates Japanese encephalitis virus has survived winter in the region" https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20221118_01.aspx #keepmozziesaway