By Roland Larrabee, M.D.

 

Insect repellents have been used on the skin for many years, primarily to prevent mosquito bites, which transmit malaria, West Nile virus infection, and various types of encephalitis (brain infection). With increased concern about Lyme disease in recent years, skin and clothing repellents are also recommended for protection against ticks. Click here to read more...

 

 

By Roland Larrabee, M.D.

 

Summer heat waves cause thousands of cases of heat-related illness in the US each year and hundreds of heat-related deaths, especially among the elderly. Chronically ill, elderly, poor and socially isolated persons without air conditioning are particularly susceptible to heat injury. Those with a previous history of heat-related illness are also at more risk. Click here to read more...

 

 

By Roland Larrabee, M.D.

 

I hear this question frequently from parents of infants and young children (age less than 6 years). Thus, it would appear to me that guidelines are not readily available for parents to answer the question of whether these products are safe to use in this age group. I hope the following will be of some help during the summer months. Click here to read more...