Bites & stings - Prevention

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There are several things you can do to help minimise the risk of being stung. For example:

don’t approach any animals you don’t know or don’t trust
use insect repellent to protect against insect bites, especially when you’re sitting or eating outside on a summer evening
don’t scratch insect bites as this can increase the risk of infection
if you know you’re particularly sensitive to insect bites, cover your arms and legs whenever you’re outside
avoid eating sweet and sticky foods and drinking sugary drinks outside during the summer as they attract wasps and other stinging and biting insects. If you’re drinking from a can, using a straw can help to prevent attracting insects
cover your arms and legs if you're out at dusk.

This information does not replace medical advice. If you are concerned you might have a medical problem please ask your Boots pharmacy team in your local Boots store, or see your doctor.