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The New Bedford Health Department is launching a mosquito monitoring program this summer. According to a community ...

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Other effective options include permethrin-treated clothing and gear, as well as natural repellents like essential oils. How does Sawyer tick spray compare to other tick repellents? Sawyer tick ...

University of Massachusetts Amherst researchers have made a promising discovery that could lead to the development of a ...

Houston faces heightened risks from mosquito-borne diseases as temperatures rise, with experts warning that environmental changes could exacerbate these threats. Dr. Sarah Gunter from Baylor College ...

When the warm weather hits each year, the idea of lying out in the yard can be bliss, but make sure you’re not joined by these critters.

Use insect repellent • Apply an EPA-registered repellent on exposed skin. Find a repellent product that is right for you. • ...

A bite from an infected tick can land people in the hospital — and this summer, researchers are seeing even more ticks than ...