DOH-Orange will provide modified services starting Monday, October 3, 2022

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DOH-Orange will provide modified services starting Monday, October 3, 2022

Contact: Kent Donahue Kent.Donahue@flhealth.gov

ORLANDO, FL – Due to heavy rainfall from Hurricane Ian, the Florida Department of Health in Orange County reminds residents and visitors of the importance of protecting themselves against mosquito-borne diseases. Everyone should remain diligent in preventative measures like “Drain and Cover.”

DRAIN standing water to stop mosquitoes from multiplying.

COVER skin with clothing or repellent.

Use below for additional instructions related to children.

- Always use repellents according to the label. Repellents with DEET, picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus, para-menthane-diol, and IR3535 are effective.

- Use mosquito netting to protect children younger than 2 months old.

COVER doors and windows with screens:

Tips on Eliminating Mosquito Breeding Sites

Check out this public service announcement on the “Drain and Cover” campaign: here

For more information on mosquito-borne illness prevention, visit www.FloridaHealth.gov/emergency.

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