The Illinois Department of Public Health announced its first mosquito pool to test positive for the West Nile virus in the ...

SPRINGFIELD The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is reporting that the first mosquito pool of the year to test ...

Ticks may be tiny, but they can wreak havoc. Learn more about two common tick varieties and how to avoid being bitten by them ...

Do not twist or jerk the tick; this may cause the mouthparts to break off and remain in the skin. Do not squeeze, crush or ...

"Health Nuggets" is written by the North Country Community Health Services Board, the legal, governing authority for local ...

Sunscreen and insect repellent need to be applied in different quantities and frequencies, and combining them could reduce ...

This portable, rechargeable device creates a 20-foot bug-free area by silently dispersing a proprietary mosquito repellent.

Is it clear and easy to understand? Some repellents have different age and user restrictions. Whether you're spending summer at home or in warmer climes, insect repellent is important for preventing ...