Summer is a fun time of year for families. Children get outside more, there's swimming and fossicking in parks. Unfortunately it can also be a time for insects and other creatures that sting and bite. Dr Mark Nethercote is a paediatrician and author. He gives his advice on what to look out for this summer, and what to do if your child does get stung.

<div>Summer is a fun time of year for families. Children get outside more, there's swimming and fossicking in parks. Unfortunately it can also be a time for insects and other creatures that sting and bite. Dr Mark Nethercote is a paediatrician and <a href="https://www.simonandschuster.com.au/books/A-Time-for-Grace/Mark-Nethercote/9781925384260" target="_blank">author</a>. He gives his advice on what to look out for this summer, and what to do if your child does get stung.</div>

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