Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A long hike through a lush forest, a twee picnic on a grassy field, a good read on a sandy beach—these are a few of our favorite ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Spending time outside in the summer can do wonders for your mental and physical health — but bugs and insects can quickly cause ...

Making your own insect repellent sounds so simple: Just whip up a mixture of apple cider vinegar or witch hazel plus a few drops of some herby essential oils—no deet required. But there aren’t a lot ...

Mosquitos don’t just cause annoying, itchy bites — they can also spread potentially life-threatening infectious diseases, like eastern equine encephalitis, West Nile virus and dengue fever. At least ...

With July a calendar flip away, mosquito swarms are set to hit cookouts and campfires across the state. To keep them at bay, bug sprays are often a go-to prevention method. But some people look to ...

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 ...

‘Tis the season for camping trips and beach parties, barbecues and patio drinks, and you can bet that insects of all shapes and sizes are rubbing their little feet (forelegs?) together in glee at the ...