"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 ...

Now that spring is here, the time is ripe for everything from hiking and camping trips to spending long evenings relaxing on the porch. But whether you’re traipsing through the deep woods or enjoying ...

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. As ...

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Bug season is back, and let’s be honest, no one wants to end up on the menu for mosquitoes. Consumer Reports just dropped its 2025 insect repellent ratings, and if you plan to ...

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.

Several insect repellents with DEET are approved as safe and effective. The concentration of DEET in a product indicates how long the product will be effective. You can choose the lowest concentration ...

With warm weather all across the country, the Centers for Disease Control is once again warning about the dangers of the West Nile virus, which is spread through mosquito bites. The Early Show's ...

People use insect repellents to keep harmful or annoying bugs away. Natural insect repellents do not contain toxic chemicals, and some research indicates they are effective. All pesticides that are ...

To fight off the annoyance of buzzing mosquitoes, prevent itchy bites, and reduce your risk of serious bug-borne diseases like Lyme and West Nile, you need an effective insect repellent. Consumer ...

An effective insect repellent can help you fight off the annoyance of buzzing mosquitoes, prevent itchy bites, and reduce your risk of serious bug-borne illnesses like Lyme disease and West Nile virus ...