Avoid insect and animal bites

Use an insect repellent, and keep your arms and legs covered if there's a chance of being bitten and follow the precautions on avoiding malaria. Remember, you can catch tick-borne diseases in cooler countries, not just in the tropics. Animal bites can lead to serious and even fatal infections. Keep away from animals, even if they seem tame. Read the information on avoiding rabies, and what to do if you are bitten by an animal.