With summer in full swing across West Michigan, odds are you've already battled what's sometimes called the state bird: ...

Are you protecting yourself from rising mosquito-borne diseases? Know how apply mosquito repellents properly while understanding how it works, its safety, and essential tips to effectively guard ...

The warmth of summer also brings swarms of mosquitoes. The pesky bugs can cause discomfort and potentially carry serious ...

Several insect repellents with DEET are approved as safe and effective. The concentration of DEET in a product indicates how long the product will be effective.

Choosing a safe and effective insect repellent can be challenging due to the many products on the market. The EPA considers products with DEET safe, if used according to instructions. But there ...

The most effective way to fight mosquitoes once they’ve hatched is to use DEET, scientists say. DEET (chemical name, N,N-diethyl-meta-toluamide) is the active ingredient in many insect repellents.

My fiancee's child also spend every second weekend with us and I rub her down with insect repellent from head to toe. Can this be harmfull to her? Kindest Regards Nix Answer::There has been concern ...

How Well Do Picaridin Insect Repellents Work? Looking for an alternative to deet? Bug sprays containing picaridin can help protect you from biting pests.

In general, mosquito repellent works by masking the chemical cues that welcome mosquitoes to dine. DEET: Potent, But Safe One of the most effective mosquito repellents is one of the oldest around.

In the age-old battle against mosquitoes, DEET has proven effective at keeping this nemesis at bay, but the repellent is smelly and its protection is short-lived. Now, researchers report that they ...

Referring to certain studies, Dr Jain linked the use of DEET-based mosquito repellents to neurological problems such as seizures, especially in children.