The tropics is one of the most beautiful areas on our planet. Nowadays, more and more people are choosing to travel to the tropics. Traveling to the tropics often gives travelers an unforgettable experience, but the destination also comes with risks. These risks are mainly caused by insects and parasites, but the sun can also be dangerous in these areas. Therefore, it is important that as a traveler to the tropics you take proper precautions before departure, such as purchasing tropical clothing, medications, and vaccinations.

Diseases you can contract in the tropics

Many insects and parasites in tropical areas can transmit various diseases to humans and animals. Despite the existence of many vaccinations for people traveling to tropical areas, it is not possible to protect yourself against all the diseases you might contract in the tropics. Therefore, it is recommended to take preventative measures if you plan to travel to a tropical area. Thanks to Rovince's tropical clothing, you are protected against mosquitoes that can transmit the following diseases:

Malaria

The disease Malaria is caused by a mosquito bite from a female mosquito. The female mosquito transfers parasites to human bodies during the bite. It is possible to prevent Malaria with special medications called malaria pills. Malaria has several forms, and there is also a form of Malaria that is deadly.

Zika

The Zika virus is a disease that is spread by mosquitoes. The Zika virus cannot directly develop into a life-threatening disease but can cause a defect in an unborn child. When a woman is infected with the Zika virus during her pregnancy, the unborn child is at risk of developing the brain defect Microcephaly. As of now, there is no vaccination available against the Zika virus. Therefore, it is wise to acquire effective prevention methods, such as tropical clothing.

Dengue

A disease that people cannot vaccinate against is dengue fever, also known as dengue. This disease is spread by mosquitoes and can eventually develop into the life-threatening dengue hemorrhagic fever and dengue shock syndrome. When this development occurs, bleedings happen in the body.

These bleedings expand further and can eventually lead to shock. The dengue shock syndrome can ultimately result in the death of the patient.

In the tropics, different diseases are spread by mosquitoes. However, mosquitoes are not the only ones. We advise always being well-prepared by having, for instance: DEET, tablets, and tropical clothing with an insect-repellent effect.

Benefits of tropical clothing

Tropical clothing is thus an ideal protection against the insects found in the tropics. However, this is not the only advantage that tropical clothing offers. The clothing also provides protection against the dangers of sun exposure. In tropical areas, this exposure can rise significantly, which can eventually result in sunstroke, skin damage from burning, and dehydration. Rovince's clothing is resistant to this. The tropics is known for its high humidity, making everything feel clammy. The material of the tropical clothing dries faster than regular clothing and thus limits perspiration.

Prevention with tropical clothing

Tropical diseases can be prevented with Rovince's tropical clothing. The tropical clothing is specially impregnated with Zeck-Protec. This substance consists of permethrin, which tropical insects such as mosquitoes, ticks, and leeches are not resistant to. While DEET only offers ten hours of protection against these insects, Rovince's tropical clothing always remains effective against ticks. Therefore, the clothing does not need to be treated again with Zeck-Protec after a certain time. DEET is more of an additional agent that is often only used in the evenings by travelers who stay in more urban areas in tropical regions. Rovince offers a range of tropical clothing for both men and women. We also have various accessories that can complement the tropical clothing, such as a cap, socks, and gloves.

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