One of the easiest ways to repel mosquitoes from your next barbecue is by lighting a citronella candle. “Citronella candles ...

You scratched that bug bite and now it's a big itchier bump. Some science explains why scratching really can make things ...

Mosquitoes, those tiny bedroom vampires that feed on your blood and create an unbearable cacophony in your eardrums, leave ...

Mosquito bites may be pesky, but these insects lead interesting lives! Learn unexpected mosquito facts, including how fast ...

At this time of year, all it takes is one evening without insect repellent - and suddenly you're dealing with a red, itchy mosquito bite that's begging to be scratched. Before you head online and find ...

St. Clair County health officials urge residents to prevent mosquito and tick bites as warm weather brings higher bite risks.

Are you one of these people who loathes spending time outdoors at dusk as the weather warms and mosquitoes start biting? Female mosquitoes need blood to develop their eggs. Even though they take a ...

If these suckers always seem to make a beeline for your flesh, you’ll want to read this before heading outdoors this summer.

As the weather warms up, few of us can resist a nice evening walk through the park, or a trip to the countryside to immerse ourselves in natural surroundings. The summer can be wonderful, but all too ...

Chigger and bed bug bites may look similar to the naked eye. They both feed off humans and can leave a trail of bumps on your skin. This can cause itchiness and overall skin irritation. However, this ...

Environment often indicates culprit, not appearance of bug bite alone. Mosquito, flea and bed bug bites remain most common across California. Clean, avoid scratching and monitor bites for infection or ...

A lot of things can cause itchiness, sometimes serious diseases. Whatever the cause, doctors have long warned that scratching too much can damage the skin. Now researchers better understand why even a ...