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 ...

If you spend time hiking or camping in the eastern half of the United States, chances are you’ve had encounters with ticks, ...

From parks and trails to neighborhoods, ticks are becoming a year-round concern. Scientists are seeing big changes in where ...

UVA Today talked to University of Virginia School of Nursing associate professor Kathryn Reid for her advice on how to avoid ...

Dr. Sarah Short, an associate professor of entomology at Ohio State University, points out that not everyone faces the same risk from mosquitoes. It depends ...

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Researchers are working to make new textiles and improve common fabrics by adding desirable scents, antimicrobial coatings ...

"They can avoid a lot of the regulatory processes that help keep our products safe." Health experts issue warning about baby clothing purchased from popular retailers: 'It's a substance that stays in ...

Triclosan is an antimicrobial chemical that was for decades added to everyday items like soap, toothpaste, cosmetics and even ...