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ONU HealthWise Pharmacy Offers Tips for Treating Mosquito Bites

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Mosquito bites are part of summer, but the Ohio Northern University HealthWise Pharmacy said the itch doesn’t have to take over your day.

Some at-home strategies to help ease discomfort and swelling include applying a cold compress, using anti-itch creams such as hydrocortisone or calamine, an oral antihistamine and soothing with aloe vera.

Visit the ONU Healthwise Pharmacy in person or on Facebook for more suggestions.

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