10 Tips to Mosquito-Proof Your Home: Keep Dengue and Malaria at Bay!

• Mosquito menace rises with summer, posing dengue and malaria risks.
• Maintain home cleanliness, empty trash daily, and don't leave food out to deter pests.
• Eliminate stagnant water sources like buckets and plant pot plates where mosquitoes breed.
• Install and maintain fine mesh on windows and doors, and seal all gaps to block entry.
• Use natural repellents like citronella, eucalyptus, or lavender oils, and grow plants like basil and lemongrass.
• Turn off unnecessary lights at night, use fans to create strong air currents, and keep doors closed, especially in the evenings.
• Utilize mosquito nets for safe, side-effect-free protection, particularly for children.