Prevention

Preparation

Preparation is key

Know and avoid disease risks. Seek advise from your doctor, tropical disease center or pharmacist 6-8 weeks prior to travelling. Use Jungle Formula insect repellent during the mosquito season: from April through September.

Wear suitable clothing

Pack loose-fitting clothes to cover most parts of your body. Privilege long sleeves, trousers, socks and shoes. Wear light colors, since mosquitos are attracted by darker shades.

Suitable Clothes Mosquitoes
Prevent Insect

Use an effective insect repellent

Use a high-quality product with 50% DEET (Jungle Formula Maximum). Apply day and night, inside and outside on all exposed skin. Pregnant women may use DEET, as there is no evidence of the product's adverse effects on women and unborn babies.

Insect repellent is most effective if applied:

  • According to instructions on packaging (applying to bare skin avoiding eyes, cuts or wounds).

  • Reapply as needed, especially in conditions where repellent wears off more quickly, such as warm, humid, or wet environments.​

  • Apply after sun-cream application (SPF 30+), not the other way around.

  • Please note that Jungle Formula Plug-in is not recommended for use by pregnant women.

Use all the protection you can get

Use an insecticide-treated mosquito net whenever sleeping in unscreened accommodation or outside. Nets should be without tear and tucked under the mattress.

Spray on non-synthetic clothing for maximum protection
Use a plug-in insecticide indoors (Jungle Formula Plug-in is not recommended for pregnant women).

Use an effective insect repellent
Call the Doctor

Call the doctor

Call your doctor immediately if you feel ill upon your return, particularly if you have a fever of 38° and more. Always inform your health practitioner about your recent travel history.

Avoid strong smells

Mosquitoes love body smells, perfumes and lotions. Prevent heavy sweating and don't wear strong perfumes, soaps or toiletries.

Avoid strong smells