A large number of diseases affecting the troop strength of deployed units are directly attributed to disease-carrying arthropods. Arthropod-borne diseases and nuisance pests can be prevented or controlled by using a number of techniques including personal protective measures and environmental controls. In many situations, personal protective measures such as avoiding infested areas, or the use of physical barriers or chemical repellents such as topical applications of DEET and Permethrin treated uniforms, may be the only means of protection available.
Insect Repellents
- NEHC Flea/Tick Collar Fact Sheet
- AFPMB Interim Guidance on Military Use of Insect RepellentsMay05
- AFPMB Tech Guide 36: Personal Protection Measures Against Insects & Other Arthropods of Military Significance
- DEET.com
Permethrin
- BUMED Medical Guidance on Permethrin Uniform Treatment BUMED Msg 091751ZJan04
- Health Effects of Permethrin-Impregnated Army Battle-Dress Uniforms
- The National Academies Press, 1994
Related Webpages
Publications
- AFPMB Publications and Databases
- CDC Health Info for International Travel
- DoD Standard Pesticides & Pest Control Equipment Lists
- WHO Disease Outbreak News
Content last reviewed on March 1st, 2009.





