During the warmer months, bug bites — like sunburns — are sometimes an unfortunate consequence of spending time outdoors. But bites from mosquitoes, ticks and other insects can be much more than just ...

Once you’ve adjusted to life with a new human, you may be excited to share outdoor adventures (or just a picnic in the backyard) with your little one. It’s no secret that time spent in nature is great ...

Some oils from natural ingredients like peppermint, garlic, lemon, and thyme may help ward off insects. However, more research is needed to fully support the benefits of homemade bug sprays. Not ...

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Best DEET-free bug spray: Coleman SkinSmart DEET-Free Insect Repellent Best DEET bug spray: Cutter Backwoods Insect Repellent Nothing ruins time spent outdoors while camping, hiking or relaxing in the ...

With diseases like Lyme on the rise, and an ever-present threat of new tick or mosquito diseases emerging—and old ones, like dengue, resurfacing—protecting yourself against these disease-spreading ...

Using an effective insect repellent is a crucial part of protecting yourself from bug-borne illnesses like Lyme disease and West Nile virus. But even the best bug spray won’t be very effective if ...

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