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Public Health : First Aid for Bee and Insect Stings

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Topic: Insect Stings
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Public Health : First Aid for Bee and Insect Stings This fact sheet provides basic information only. It must not take the place of medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always talk to a health care professional about any health concerns you have, and before you make any changes to your diet, lifestyle or treatment. Most bees and insects will not attack if left alone. If provoked, a bee will sting in defense of its nest or itself. Many people are stung each year and some die, as a result of allergic reactions. Reducing the Risk of Being Stung Wear light colored, smooth-finished clothing. Light colored clothing attracts fewer bees than dark clothing. Avoid perfumed soaps, shampoos, and deodorants. Dont wear cologne or perfume. Avoid bananas and banana-scented toiletries. Wear clean clothing and bathe daily. Sweat angers bees. Cover the body as much as possible with clothing. Avoid flowering plants. Keep areas clean. Social wasps thrive in places where humans discard food, so clean up picnic tables, grills and other outdoor eating areas. If a single stinging insect is flying around, remain still or lie face down on the ground. The face is the most likely place for a bee or wasp to sting. Swinging or swatting at an insect may cause it to sting. If several stinging insects attack you at the same time, run to get away from them. Bees release a chemical when they sting. This alerts other bees to the intruder. More bees often follow. Go indoors or jump into water. Outdoors, a shaded area is better than an open area to get away from the insects. If a bee comes inside your vehicle, stop the car slowly, and open all the windows. First Aid for Bee and Insect Stings Have someone stay with the victim to be sure that they do not have an allergic reaction. Wash the site with soap and water. The stinger can be removed using a 4 x 4 inch gauze wiped over the area or by scraping a fingernail over the area. Never squeeze the stinger ...

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