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References used for this fact sheet
- Mosquito-borne diseases – mosquito control around the home, Communicable Disease Control, Department of Health, Victorian Government. More information here.
- Avoid getting bitten by mosquitoes, Communicable Disease Control, Department of Health, Victorian Government. More information here.
- The Insect Repellent DEET, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. More information here.
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