Insect Stings

• Do not grow certain plants known to attract wasps, hornets or bees near children's play areas.
• Have nests or hives removed as soon as you notice them.
• Do not move rapidly near bees and stand still if one lands on you.
• Open cans of fizzy drink tend to attract bees and wasps that may venture into the can, and can sting the lips and mouth.
• Keep garbage area clean and neat.

Treatment
Bee Sting : The bee's sting is barbed and cannot be removed by the bee when it has penetrated the skin. The venom is attached to the sting. Use a fingernail to scoop off the sting. Do not squeeze the sting as this may cause more venom to be injected into the skin. Apply soluble aspirin or disprin onto the swollen area to reduce the pain. Bathing the affected area and applying an ice pack to it helps. If a severe allergic reaction occurs, seek medical attention immediately.

Wasp/Hornet Sting : Apply an icepack to the affected area for pain relief. Swelling and itchiness may take over a week to subside. If you see signs of an allergic reaction or the victim is known to be allergic, apply firm pressure over the sting site with your hand, and wrap the site with a crepe bandage (available from any pharmacy) to maintain pressure over the site. If the bite is on the arm or leg, wrap the entire limb (apply the bandage as tightly as you would for a sprained ankle but not so tight as to stop circulation). Seek medical attention immediately and do not remove the bandage until instructed to by the medical personnel.

Other Bites/Stings : For any other bites and stings, apply ice for pain relief and seek medical attention for serious allergic reactions.