Prevention
The two main ways to control this disease are to take DEC preventively, which has shown to be effective, and to reduce the number of carrier insects in a particular area.
Avoiding mosquito bites with insecticides and insect repellents is helpful, as is wearing protective clothing and using bed netting.
Much effort has been made in cleaning the breeding sites (stagnant water) of mosquitoes near people's homes in areas where filariasis is found.
Before visiting countries where lymphatic filariasis is found, it would be wise to consult a travel physician to learn about current preventative measures.