[header] How to prevent zika [title] Cover as much of your skin as possible. [step] Since mosquito bites are the main source of infection, you will need to cover as much of your exposed skin as possible. Wear long sleeves, long pants, socks, and closed-toe shoes when you are in mosquito-infested areas. 
You may even want to consider wearing a mosquito net hat when you are out. [substeps] You can also treat your clothing with permethrin or purchase permethrin-treated clothing to add an extra layer of protection.