Similar to sunburns, dehydration and rashes from poison ivy, bites from mosquitoes, ticks and other insects are a drawback of being outside when it’s warm. Not to mention, they can carry illnesses ...

"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 ...

Either way, DEET remains the most effective, safe topical mosquito repellent. If you’re headed to a region with a malaria ...

With warmer weather comes ticks, mosquitoes, and other irritating pests. Consumer Reports looked at over 50 repellents and ...

Whether you’re planning a Mediterranean holiday or a tropical escape, the best mosquito repellents will help you stay bite-free this summer. As a travel journalist, I have pretty much nailed the ...

Bug season is back. And let's face it, nobody wants to be a mosquito's dinner. Consumer Reports just released its latest insect repellent ratings, so before you head outside, here’s what you need to ...

DEET has long been a go-to for combating mosquitoes, but new research suggests its effects on these biting pests isn't as ...

"If mosquitoes are repeatedly exposed to DEET, it becomes less effective as a repellent," said researcher Claudio Lazzari ...

“What we know is that you’re now having cases of malaria and West Nile virus that are now here in the U.S.,” she said. “As climate changes, you’re going to have a shift or move and this is going to ...

Trained mosquitoes learned to associate the smell of the repellent with food and actively sought out DEET-covered skin, ...