Date: Thu, 5 Jun 2008 10:48:07 -0400
From: Ted Bonus
Subject: Ticks
My wife visited a dermatologist recently and he had the following giveaway in his office:
“TICK PREVENTION
Permethrin 0.05% Spray: Brand names include: Duranon, Permethrin Tick Repellent, Cutter Outdoorsman Gear Guard, and Repel Permanone.
Man-made contact insecticide. Not a repellent.
Originally derived from Chrysanthemum daisy
Causes incapacitation of death of insects
Kills mosquitoes, ticks, flies, chiggers, fleas, lice
Where to buy: Can be purchased at sporting goods department.
How to use: Spray on shoes/boots, clothing (lower pants). socks, and tent walls. Spray each side of fabric for 30-45 seconds. Allow the garment to dry for 2 to 4 hours before wearing it. Does not work on skin. Last approximately 2 weeks, even after several washings.”
I say good luck. Anything may be worth a try.
Ted Bonus
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