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Mosquito bites are irritating at best and vectors for disease at worst. Depending on what country you are in, they can ...

One of the most common diseases ticks can transfer is Lyme disease, Hayes said. The black-legged tick is the primary vector for Lyme disease in the southeast, according to the NC State Extension.

Consumer Reports just released its latest insect repellent ratings, so before you head outside, here’s what you need to know to keep the bites at bay. To find the best bug sprays, Consumer Reports put ...

Your risk of encountering a tick increases considerably the minute you leave your house. These tiny, 8-legged parasites hang out in the great outdoors, latching onto an animal or human ...

As Memorial Day has passed, marking the unofficial start of the summer season, the New York State Department of Health is ...

That causes fewer ticks to die off. “So, you could see more ticks ... such as those with DEET and Picaridin, two chemicals that repel critters. “If you’re hiking and you’re in areas ...

What are the first insects that come to mind when you think of nighttime? Are they fireflies? Mosquitoes? Moths? Something ...

Stay indoors during peak mosquito hours whenever possible. The ADPH says you can also prevent mosquitoes from breeding by: Dump and drain standing water from flowerpots, gutters, buckets, pet dishes, ...

As summer approaches and mosquito season ramps up, the Alabama Department of Public Health is encouraging all residents to ...