Get rid of piles of leaves, wood, and rocks where animals might make their homes. Use bug repellent with DEET to prevent flea bites when you hike or camp. Wear gloves if you have to touch wild animals, alive or dead. Use flea control sprays or other treatments on your pets.
The author of this excerpt is presenting an argument for Japan to follow a policy of "<span>(4) economic imperialism" since there are so few other options available. </span>