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Originally Posted by casstony
Even in southern Australia mosquitoes can carry nasty infectious diseases. I spray RID on my clothing though I might switch to roll-on after reading this thread. I had no idea of the danger to optics.
Combined Ross River/Barmah Forest Virus notifications for last year = 6500. (263 in Victoria). Both diseases have affected my family.
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Had no idea those tropical diseases are found here
Still, I refuse to use bug repellant. I think the best solution is to just wear long sleeve jumpers and long pants. Melbourne certainly isn't warm at night in summer anyway so discomfort isn't an issue.