How to Protect yourself from West Nile Virus

If you are someone who doesn't feel comfortable putting DEET products on yourself, your children, or other family members, then The Insect Defend Patch is the way to go! Our product is THE natural way to help ensure that you stay protected from pesky mosquitos and harmful diseases, such as West Nile Virus.

When going outdoors during the time of year when WNV is most common among mosquitos, it is crucial that you protect yourself properly. Here are some ways to do so:

West Nile Virus

A little but about West Nile Virus

West Nile Virus (WNV) is a virus that is transmitted through mosquito's and can become an infectious disease in some people. Being bitten by an infected mosquito is most common in the late summer to early fall months (from the end of July to September), but it is important to remember that not all mosquito's carry the infection. Although it is a very serious virus, it is rare for people to actually become sick from it. The severity of the sickness depends on the person, whether they are old, young, or have a healthy immune system. Symptoms are very rare unless the virus has begun to affect the person’s immune system, then in that case they will begin to see flu like symptoms  but still not feel that under the weather. People over the age of 50 and those with a weaker immune system (for reasons such as cancer, HIV/AIDS, or organ transplants) are at the most risk of getting the infection.