With the pros of the outdoorshiking, camping, bonfires, you name itcome the cons: bug bites. And this year, those itchy, blotchy, and uncomfortable bites may be more dangerous than ever. More than ...

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As summer approaches and you start planning camping trips, hikes, and outdoor adventures, bug spray becomes essential gear. But with social media influencers questioning traditional insect repellents ...

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 ...

Nobody likes mosquitoes. Being bitten reliably results in an itchy bump and — sometimes — in serious disease. About 50 kinds of mosquitoes live on Long Island and most don’t carry disease, according ...

A review in Pediatric Dermatology provides an overview of current evidence on the safe use of the popular insect repellent N, N-diethyl-3 meta-toluamide (DEET) in children. It outlines pediatric ...

As climate change extends mosquito habitats and vector-borne diseases remain a critical concern, industry analysis suggests ...

Are the chemicals safe? Can I apply it to my face? Can I apply it to a wound? While it can be hard to navigate the evolving world of insect repellent and know what chemicals are safe to be lathering ...

As much fun as outdoor summer adventures are for the whole family, no matter where you live, it's likely the time when bugs are most active - and hungry. And nothing ruins a vacation, a beach day, or ...