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Preface As a bareboat charter operator in the Whitsundays one of the most common questions I am asked is "what about jellyfish" There are 2 types of jellyfish which drawn particular attention in this are one is the Box Jelly fish (Chironex fleckeri) and the Irukandji jellyfish (Carukia barnesi). Both jellyfish have been recorded to have caused death with the Box Season January has the most frequently recorded stings. Stings have been attributed to the Box Jelly during all months of the year but far and away the most frequent recorded stings occur between October and April. I would be interested to see how the recorded stings related to the increased numbers of tourist since this is also the peak season for them Symptoms The intriguing part about the Irukandji sting is that it usually goes unnoticed until about half an hour later when the symptom start to manifest themselves. These include increased heart rate, vomiting, sweating, chest pains and a feeling anticipated fear. The symptoms ebb to return up to half an hour later and the cycle continues progressively getting worse. Dealing with A Sting First aid is usually to douse the affected area with vinegar, although this does little to reduce the affects of the toxin already in the system it does neutralise any further stings. As with treatment of other kinds of venomous bite some suggest a pressure bandage is beneficial. Bareboaters should contact their charter company as soon as they are made aware of the situation and follow their instructions. Usually a airlift to Mackay Hospital is needed for constant observation and pain management. Reducing Risk Best precautions are to wear what is commonly referred to as a "Stinger Suite" any reputable Bareboat Charter company will either provide them or refer you to where you can hire them. They are not a fashion statement especially for the more portly of us but they have a two fold purpose in that they are excellent for stopping sunburn which by the way is way more common a reason for spoiling a bareboat holiday than jellyfish stings Summing Up Chances of being stung by an Irukandji bareboating in the Whitsunday Island, I think, are quite remote and as they say you're more likely to suffer worse injury in a crash on the way to your way. Having said that, when my most treasured possessions go for a snorkel they put on the stinger suit for added security and that would be my suggestion for you to best enjoy the beautiful whitsundays on a bareboat charter.
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