"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Spending time outdoors is a rite of passage during the summertime. Unfortunately, so are bug bites. And ...

Choosing a safe but potent insect repellent to protect against mosquito- and tick-borne diseases such as Lyme disease, West Nile Virus and dengue fever can be challenging due to the many products on ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — 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 ...

Anyone looking to use an environmentally safe bug repellent may also want to invest in a swatter. There are natural repellents, citronella, lemongrass and rosemary, among them, but when it comes to ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." The days are getting the longer, the weather is getting warmer, and the bugs are only getting more ...

What's better than spending a gorgeous, sunny day outdoors in a tropical destination? Nothing. What's worse than a flock of mosquitoes feasting on your ankles and elbows? Nothing. Herein lies my ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Insect repellent is a great way to battle against buzzing mosquitoes in your face, itchy bites, and creepy ticks. But not all bug sprays are effective, which is why Consumer Reports ...

Amid the coronavirus pandemic, Americans are taking precautionary measures to avoid infection, from abiding by social distancing rules to washing hands more frequently. But with a heavily burdened ...

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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 ...