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MSSS is launching a campaign under this theme to encourage citizens to take every summer precaution against mosquitoes that may transmit West Nile virus. In the city or countryside, using insect repellent and wearing long, light-coloured clothes offer the best protection. For more information about the campaign, please visit the West Nile virus campaign webpage.
Along with summer, comes the important need to adequately protect yourself from the sun and ultraviolet (UV) rays. Tanning is the effect of excessive exposure to the sun’s UV rays or tanning lamps, and causes harm that increases with time. For more information, go to the page on Tanning from the Portail santé mieux-être.
In periods of heat waves, it is harder for your body to cool and maintain a normal temperature. Prolonged exposure to heat can result in serious health problems. See the page Preventing the Adverse Effects of Heat Waves, from the Portail santé mieux-être, to learn how to reduce health risks during the summer.