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A bug bite can leave more than just an itchy bump. Mosquitoes can spread diseases like the West Nile virus, and ticks can transmit many diseases, including Lyme and Rocky Mountain spotted fever.

Mention DEET (chemical name, N,N-diethyl-meta-toluamide) in a crowded room, and you’re likely to hear a chorus of different opinions regarding its potential toxicity and health implications. Against a ...

Summer is almost here, which means vacations, backyard barbecues, beach days, and, unfortunately - bugs. Insect repellent is a great way to battle against buzzing mosquitoes in your face, itchy bites, ...

Bug season is back. And let's face it, nobody wants to be a mosquito's dinner. Consumer Reports just released its latest insect repellent ratings, so before you head outside, here’s what you need to ...

Bugs. They're tiny, pesky invaders that can turn your sanctuary into a battlefield. From ants marching through your kitchen to spiders lurking in the corners, dealing with household pests is a ...

Check out any pharmacy or sporting goods store, or browse online, and you’re sure to find a dizzying array of insect repellents, all claiming to thwart pesky — and sometimes dangerous — bugs like ...

The dreaded mosquito season is almost here. With those little pests ready to pounce, it’s time to stock up on effective repellents. If you’ve ever had your outdoor fun ruined by itchy bites, you know ...

If you're looking to keep mosquitoes away from your campsite or a backyard gathering, the Thermacell has you covered.

Nothing dampens the great outdoors quite like the buzzing, bugging and bites of insects. Often bothersome and sometimes deadly, communities across the country are reporting "higher than normal" levels ...

Warmer weather seems to stir up an internal primal desire for outdoor adventure. Unfortunately, it also stirs up swarms of insects, and let’s face it, large numbers of those bugs totally suck, both ...