How to Protect Your Family Against the Zika Virus

Now that Zika has arrived here in the US, know how to protect your family.  The Zika virus can cause severe brain damage in newborns and may trigger nervous system disorders in adults. It is carried by mosquitoes in 30 states and can be transmitted through sexual contact.

Use bug repellents when mosquitoes are present except on infants under 6 months.  Here is a list of repellents:

Most Effective:
DEET (20-30% concentration)
Picaridin (20% concentration)
IR 3535 (20% concentration)

Less Effective:
Oil of lemon eucalyptus

Not Effective:
Vitamin B1 patches
Essential oils

Check the EWG website for more information about how to protect infants and children.