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Mosquitoes carrying a virus that causes paralysis and death are becoming immune to common bug sprays
Mosquitos that carry the West Nile virus are increasingly unharmed by insecticides. As they become …
Kate Hull
TikTokers are buying a $60 Victoria's Secret perfume after seeing viral videos claiming it works as a bug spray
What's even more surprising is that science says it might actually work.
Mara Leighton
I'm a boomer who moved to Texas and was able to retire early. Almost everything is cheaper here, but the bugs and snakes are wild.
Jayne Jordan, 61, and her husband knew Los Angeles would be too expensive for retirement. Texas off…
Jordan Pandy
I've had bedbugs four times. I learned to act fast, trust the bug-sniffing dog, and invest in a mattress protector.
Panic is in the air after reports of a bedbug infestation in Paris. Here's what you should do if yo…
Rebecca Fishbein
DEET is relatively harmless, contrary to popular belief
DEET is non-toxic when used correctly, and it has not been credibly linked to any health defects.
Madeline Kennedy
Bug spray will expire, but it depends on the active ingredient
Bug sprays that contain DEET will not expire, but they may become less effective over time. The sam…
Ashley Laderer
How to get rid of bed bugs and when to call an exterminator
To get rid of bed bugs, it's important to first control the infestation and call an exterminator fo…
Kelly Burch,Mona Gohara
The best bug sprays and repellents you can buy
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Owen Burke
How to treat flea bites and get rid of fleas in your home
To treat flea bites, you can take measures to reduce the itchiness - but you may also need to fully…
Erin Heger,Sharleen St. Surin…
How to spot a tick bite, and what to do if you develop a tick-borne illness
Tick bites are nearly impossible to feel, which is why it's important to check for them after spend…
Erin Heger,Mona Gohara
Are you allergic to mosquito bites? How to recognize the signs of skeeter syndrome and when to get help
Skeeter syndrome is a rare allergic reaction to mosquito bites, which can cause red, swollen lesion…
Molly Glick,Jason R. McKnight
The best remedies to treat a bee sting and stop the pain quickly
Most home remedies for treating bee stings, like applying honey or apple cider vinegar, lack scient…
Erin Heger,Jason R. McKnight
How to choose the most effective bug spray to keep mosquitoes and ticks away
Their results showed that certain popular products do almost nothing to keep mosquitoes away. Citro…
Kevin Loria
How to identify and treat bed bug bites
To treat bed bug bites, you'll want to reduce the itch and take measures to get rid of the bed bugs…
Kelly Burch
How to treat a spider bite and when to seek medical attention
To treat a spider bite, you'll usually be able to treat it like any other bug bite. Most spider bit…
Hannah Roberts
The most effective treatments and home remedies for a wasp sting
Wasp stings can be painful and irritating. Here are the most effective treatment methods for relief…
Lex Harvey,Jason R. McKnight
How to treat a spider bite and when to seek medical attention
To treat a spider bite, you'll usually be able to treat it like any other bug bite. Most spider bit…
Hannah Roberts
How to get rid of bed bugs fast — and 3 signs you have an infestation
There are a few different ways to get rid of bed bugs, depending on your budget and whether you wan…
Kelly Burch
How to treat flea bites and get rid of fleas in your home
To treat flea bites, you can take measures to reduce the itchiness — but you may also need to fully…