9 Common Summer Ailments and How to Treat Them

Apply a bit of ice to a bite to reduce swelling and apply a hydrocortisone cream or calamine lotion to keep itching at bay. Discourage scratching as much as possible to avoid little fingernails piercing the bite and allowing bacteria to get in (keep fingernails trim all Summer just in case!). Use safe bug sprays throughout the Summer to avoid further bites.