Mosquito Myths and Myths About AIDS Debunked
Dear reader explains camping worries about mosquitoes and the myth that B vitamins repel them. Dr Donohue clarifies no B vitamin repels mosquitoes, mentions DEET and picaridin as effective repellents, permethrin-treated clothing, and that garlic or bananas do not work. Diseases tied to mosquitoes include St Louis encephalitis, eastern equine encephalitis, and West Nile virus. AIDS cannot be spread by mosquitoes.
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Canada
United States
St. Louis
Visit from in laws sparks marital rift in DEAR ANNIE
The writer seeks advice after her husband’s family visits during a minor surgery. She handles renovations and caregiving alone while his mother and sister stay with them, causing friction. The column urges better communication and placing the spouse first, plus tolerance for in-laws.
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Annie
Mom
Sis
Dad
Should you welcome an iguana into your home
Dear Readers suggest careful consideration before purchasing or adopting an iguana. They warn iguanas require costly, time consuming care, a specialized diet, large enclosures, regular baths and a heat source. The note emphasizes hygiene, veterinary care, potential aggression in mating season and consulting local iguana rescues.
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The
Green
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