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Consumers: Use Caution When Applying Insect Repellents Containing DEET

Improper use of repellents containing DEET can be harmful to children

June 25, 2007 -- LANSING - The Michigan departments of Community Health and Agriculture remind consumers to use caution when applying insect repellents to avoid mosquitoes, biting flies, and ticks. Excessive use of products containing diethyltoluamide (DEET) can result in adverse health effects, particularly in children, if not applied correctly.    » read more »

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