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UV, dengue and mosquito-bite risk by month

Malaysia is equatorial: UV is high year-round (8-11). Dengue peaks Jun-Oct. Leeches are a rainforest issue Mar-Nov. Knowing the month before you pack saves you from the wrong sunscreen or forgetting repellent.
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FAQ

Q1
Yes - Malaysia has 80,000+ dengue cases yearly. Peak Jun-Oct. No vaccine for non-previously-infected. Use repellent, wear long sleeves at dawn/dusk, sleep under net in rural areas.
Q2
Sunburn in 20 minutes for fair skin. SPF 50+, hat, sunglasses mandatory. Avoid 11am-3pm direct sun.
Q3
No disease, just itchy. Do not pull (mouth in their mouth, can break off). Use salt, alcohol, or heat. Wash area after.