Bees Wasps

Wasps sting can be painful sometimes deadly. Nature has a habit of producing bright colours on dangerous objects - think blue ring octopus, red back spider.

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Bees and Wasps

Bees and Wasps are most active in the warmer summer months, the time when humans can suffer from stings. Bee stings are annoying and painful for most, while a small percentage of people are so severely allergic to bee stings that an attack could be life threatening.

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Wasps are generally more aggressive than bees when disturbed and tend to display a multiple stinging behaviour that is of greater concern than bees.

Unlike bees, the wasp sting can be withdrawn from the victim.

Bees are social insects and are divided into three castes. Most people see the "workers", but seldom the much larger "queen" bees.

Males are known as "drones" and all bees have a characteristic tongue like device that helps them reach the nectar in flowers.

Bees differ from wasps in providing pollen and honey for their young, while wasps collect insect larvae, meat scraps and even fish to feed their offspring. This diet means wasps are responsible for a lot of biological control of insect pests like caterpillars.

How To Avoid Bee And Wasp Stings

Avoid known areas of concentration such as hives and nests
Do not molest hives and nests
Take care with equipment such as lawnmowers, because they may provoke the insects
If flying insects are around, leave the area and refrain from swatting at them
Avoid activities outdoors with sugary drinks, brightly coloured clothing, and strong fragrances or perfumes because some insects may be attracted to them
Wear long pants and long-sleeved shirts because they may also provide some protection
Keep outdoor dining and camping areas clean and free from garbage
If you have had a prior significant allergic reaction to a sting, consider wearing a Medic Alert bracelet and carrying an emergency medical allergy card in your wallet or purse

Bee And Wasp Sting First Aid

Most simple insect stings in a non-allergic person require no more than first aid at home

Avoid further stings by wearing protective clothing, using insect repellent and avoiding infested areas
Remove any stingers remaining in the skin (most likely from bees) immediately. Some experts recommend scraping out the stinger with a credit card. However, it is probably more important to get the stinger out as quickly as possible as to be overly concerned about how it is removed
Application of ice to the sting site may provide some mild relief. Ice may be applied for 20 minutes once every hour as needed. Cloth should be placed between the ice and skin to avoid freezing the skin
Consider taking an antihistamine such as Benadryl for itching
Wash the sting site with soap and water. Place an antibiotic ointment on the sting site
If it has been more than 10 years since your last tetanus booster immunization, get a booster within the next few days
Most insect stings require no additional medical care. More serious reactions may need immediate medical care

If you have been stung by a bee or wasp and have previously had a serious allergic reaction, seek medical attention. Consider taking an antihistamine such as Benadryl as soon as possible. If any allergic symptoms develop, consider using the epinephrine part of an emergency allergy kit (EpiPen) if previously prescribed by a doctor.

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