1 . Bee venom increases in its potency towards the height of the season 

 and possesses marked curative properties for rheumatism. 



2. Personal susceptibility to being stung varies among different 

 people. Ninety-eight per cent, of those stung react normally to the effects 

 of bee venom. 



3. Body aroma should be reduced as far as possible. 



4. Frequent stinging enables the blood to build up anti-venom 

 which in a few years affords complete immunity from normal effects. 



5. When stung remove the sting immediately. Apply carbolic 

 lotion later to allay irritation, and in severe cases seek medical aid without 

 delay. 



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