A mosquito sample in Western Massachusetts has been found carrying Eastern equine encephalitis, or EEE, the first detection ...

Massachusetts health officials say a mosquito sample taken this week has tested positive for Eastern equine encephalitis ...

Mosquitoes are highly visual hunters when it comes to finding a human to bite. This means movement and dark clothing colors like black, navy and red can stand out to a mosquito. Research has shown ...

While most cases of bug bites can be managed at home, some symptoms are more serious and should prompt patients to seek ...

Medically reviewed by Jordana Haber Hazan, MD Horse flies live all across North America and are active in wooded areas and near bodies of water during warm weather months. They will bite any mammal, ...

With mosquitoes, chiggers and no-see-ums out and biting people this summer, here's how to tell the difference between the ...

Ticks and the diseases they carry are only becoming more common. But new treatments and vaccines might not be too far off.

Here’s how to tell the difference between mosquitoes, chiggers and no-see-ums by their bites and how to treat and prevent ...

What do black flies look like? Black flies are a small, flying insect often with a "humpbacked" appearance that bite animals including humans to suck their blood, according to MSU.

A bite or sting from an insect can be a concern, especially if you're not sure what's caused it or it leads to unexpected or worrying symptoms. Our guide matches photos of stings to the different ...