Passive Prophylaxis With Permethrin-Treated Tents Reduces Mosquito Bites Among North American Summer Campers

摘要

ObjectiveOver 2 million adolescents participate in summer-camp experiences, placing themselves at risk for mosquito-borne illness. Insect repellent is recommended but often not used. It is unknown whether permethrin treatment of a location, such as a campsite, provides passive prophylaxis reducing mosquito bites among all persons in the immediate vicinity.