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This filter removes 99.99999 percent of all bacteria, like salmonella, cholera, and E. coli. It also removes 99.9999 percent of all protozoa, like giardia and cryptosporidium. You can drink directly from the source after screwing it onto the included water bottle or attaching it in-line to a reservoir.

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A 20% DEET Premium Controlled-Release Lotion will work well against mosquitoes, but Dr. Zimring says he prefers the 20% Picaridin lotion since it also protects against ticks, gnats, chiggers, and flies. (In both instances, he recommends Sawyer brand.)

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Part of spending time outside means battling ticks, mosquitoes, and other biting insects. For this, Nelson swears by permethrin.

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And out of the products we tested, Dr. Zeichner highly recommends Sawyer Products 20% Picaridin Insect Repellent.

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