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How To Avoid Mosquito Bites On Your Gap Year.

The best way to avoid contracting mosquito borne diseases like malaria, dengue and zika on your gap year, is to avoid getting bitten by mosquitoes in the first place. Here I will tell you exactly how you can protect yourself

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Natural Or Chemical Mosquito Repellents. Which Is Best For Travellers?

Natural Or Chemical Mosquito Repellents. Which Is Better For Travellers?

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What Mosquito Repellent Is Best For Your Gap Year?

Using a good mosquito repellent is essential on your gap year to reduce the risk of getting bitten and contracting insect borne diseases such as malaria, dengue, zika and many more. But with so much misinformation and so many repellents

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Bemused Backpacker Partners With Bug Off.

Bemused Backpacker is proud to partner with Bug Off! A national campaign aimed at highlighting the risk of mosquito and insect borne diseases and the importance of using insect repellents and other preventative methods during your gap year travels.

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Should You Be Worried About Dengue Fever On Your Gap Year?

Is dengue fever something you need to worry about on your gap year? What is dengue fever exactly and how do you protect yourself from it? Get all the advice and information you need to know about dengue from a qualified travel nurse.

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My Battle With Dengue Fever In India.

Dengue Fever is a particularly nasty tropical disease caused by the bite of an infected mosquito, and like most travellers I assumed I would probably never get it. Until I did. Find out what happened when I caught dengue fever in India.

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