The first Culex tritaeniorhynchus mosquito of the year, which carries Japanese encephalitis, was confirmed in Gangneung, Gangwon Province. Health authorities urged extra care against bites.
Per the Kyunghyang Shinmun, the year's first Japanese-encephalitis vector mosquito was found in Gangneung; authorities advised following prevention rules such as wearing long sleeves and using repellent during outdoor activity.
광고 문의 · 300×250Japanese encephalitis is rare but can become severe, making prevention important; in mosquito-active summer, avoiding bites is the best prevention.
Everyday prevention rules
Small daily habits—removing standing water, checking screens, limiting nighttime outdoor activity—prevent mosquito-borne disease; infants and the elderly need particular care.
Sinophone Bridge Times relays health information to reach the daily prevention of Chinese families.
(Source: Kyunghyang Shinmun)