Summer is great for relaxing and spending time with family and friends, but unfortunately, the hotter weather also brings out the bugs. Pesky mosquitos are especially prominent during this time of ...

As spring blossoms across the country, the seasonal joy of warmer temperatures comes with an unwelcome guest – the persistent mosquito. These tiny intruders can quickly transform a perfect backyard ...

Mention DEET (chemical name, N,N-diethyl-meta-toluamide) in a crowded room, and you’re likely to hear a chorus of different opinions regarding its potential toxicity and health implications. Against a ...

As spring ushers in warmer weather and outdoor gatherings, homeowners face the perennial challenge of mosquito control. While traditional methods like fly swatters, citronella candles, and mosquito ...

Discover how common household plants can naturally deter mosquitoes, offering a pleasant alternative to chemical sprays.

Sawyer’s Picaridin is a synthetic version of a chemical derived from pepper plants and is safe for the entire family, even pregnant women. DEET is a very effective mosquito repellent, and this ...

Mosquitoes are a part of our natural environment, but nobody wants their bites to interrupt quality time spent hiking in the great outdoors or enjoying an evening bonfire on the beach. When it comes ...

Being that I grew up in the humid climate of Virginia, mosquitos were my enemy No. 1. My family used every method imaginable to rid ourselves of them: burning citronella coils, lining our patio with ...

While you might be a fan of a souvenir or two, it’s unlikely that you’ll want to return home from your trip with itchy red bites up and down your limbs. But, if you’re heading somewhere tropical and ...

Summer's here and after a wet spring in many parts of Australia, mosquitoes are out in force. Insect repellent has become a ...