Mosquito Prevention and Control

Mosquitoes prefer damp environments, and toilets are their breeding and nesting places. Therefore, it is recommended to disinfect the toilets daily. When sleeping, you can use mosquito nets, mosquito-repellent coils or liquids. These mosquito-repellent products are quite effective. Spraying some soapy water on the screen windows can also effectively repel mosquitoes. If there are children at home, it is not recommended to use electric mosquito swatters. It is best not to turn on too bright lights in the evening, but orange-red lights can be used instead.

Methods of Mosquito Prevention and Control

1. Mosquito nets provide physical protection by isolating mosquitoes outside, ensuring absolute safety. However, it is important to carefully inspect the mosquito net before using it to ensure no mosquitoes are trapped inside.

2. Mosquito coils, insecticides, electric mosquito mats, liquid insecticides, repellents, and disinfection products are widely used mosquito-repellent products in society.

3. When using mosquito-killing lamps, it is best to turn off other indoor light sources. Hang the lamp at a height of about 1 meter from the ground, which is the frequent activity range of mosquitoes. The lamp should be frequently moved to different locations, with hidden corners and under tables being the best places. Adding water and vinegar to the collection box of the mosquito-killing lamp can also enhance its effectiveness by utilizing the mosquitoes' preference for acidic substances.

4. Electric mosquito swatters allow you to kill mosquitoes while moving, making them one of the most "entertaining" mosquito-killing tools. However, as they are electrically charged, they can easily injure children, so it is best to keep them out of reach.

5. Vitamin B1 can effectively prevent mosquito bites. If going outdoors, it is recommended to take it 3-4 days prior. Alternatively, dissolving vitamin B1 tablets in water and spraying it on arms, legs, and other body parts before sleeping can also repel mosquitoes. The unpleasant smell of vitamin B1 deters mosquitoes, causing them to flee.

6. Star anise and orange peels can also be used for mosquito repellent. Soaking two pieces of star anise and fennel in warm water and using it for bathing can keep mosquitoes away. Additionally, burning dried orange peels indoors can both repel mosquitoes and eliminate indoor odors.

7. Placing several boxes of essential balm or eucalyptus oil in the bedroom and leaving them uncovered can help repel mosquitoes with their scent. If the scent of a mosquito coil is too strong, adding a few drops of essential balm or eucalyptus oil to the coil can make it more pleasant and enhance its mosquito-repellent effect. Similarly, a few drops of these oils on a mosquito net can improve the air quality within and enhance its repellent effect.

8. Planting mosquito-repellent plants such as citronella, night-blooming jasmine, jasmine, milan, mint, or roses indoors can also help keep mosquitoes away due to their unpleasant scent.

9. Lowering the temperature of the air conditioning can also help repel mosquitoes as they prefer warmer environments. However, this method can be energy-intensive, so it's important to avoid getting too cold.

10. Installing orange-red light bulbs or covering regular bulbs with orange-red translucent paper can also effectively repel mosquitoes as they are afraid of this color.