Doctor issues mosquito warning
29 Apr, 2011 12:00 AM
DESPITE the temperature dropping as the Highlands heads into winter, heath experts are urging residents to keep vigilant about mosquitoes.
South Western Sydney Local Health Network Director of Public Health Dr Stephen Conaty said people still needed to be careful about mosquito borne viruses.
"As families head out ... they still need to take precautions against mosquitoes, to cover up, to use effective repellents and to light mosquito coils," he said. "Many mosquitoes can carry Ross River and Barmah Forest viruses. More serious viruses such as Murray Valley Encephalitis and Kunjin are also a risk in NSW this year.
"Ross River and Barmah Forest virus infections can cause symptoms including tiredness, rash, fever, and sore and swollen joints. These usually last a few days, but some people may experience more debilitating symptoms for weeks and occasionally even months."
South Western Sydney Local Health Network Director of Public Health Dr Stephen Conaty said people still needed to be careful about mosquito borne viruses.
"As families head out ... they still need to take precautions against mosquitoes, to cover up, to use effective repellents and to light mosquito coils," he said. "Many mosquitoes can carry Ross River and Barmah Forest viruses. More serious viruses such as Murray Valley Encephalitis and Kunjin are also a risk in NSW this year.
"Ross River and Barmah Forest virus infections can cause symptoms including tiredness, rash, fever, and sore and swollen joints. These usually last a few days, but some people may experience more debilitating symptoms for weeks and occasionally even months."
