Barb Owen Boerger’s kimonos and sarongs are pretty, but they’re poison to flies, mosquitoes and other pesky bugs.

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In today’s Health Alert, a warning for anyone planning to enjoy the outdoors this holiday weekend. Ticks are active, and the ...

This L.L.Bean Insect Shield Shirt offers EPA-approved material treated with permethrin to last through months (or even years) of wear and up to 70 washes before losing its mosquito-fighting edge.

With summer here, parents are constantly bugging me about what they can do to protect their children and themselves from ...

(FOX 2) - If you're planning to spend Fourth of July outside, be on the lookout for unwanted holiday guests - ticks.

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The risk of being bitten by a tick in New York City is currently extremely high, researchers at Fordham ...

Here’s what to know about permethrin—which can kill mosquitoes, ticks, fleas, flies, chiggers, and spiders—including how and when to use it.

Use permethrin-treated clothing and gear, which can repel or kill mosquitoes on contact. Never apply permethrin directly to skin. Use EPA-registered insect repellents ...

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