Mosquito repellents are key to protect ourselves from mosquito bites and the pathogens they might carry. The most widely used ...

Researchers used Pavlovian conditioning to test whether DEET repels mosquitoes.

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 ...

Consumer Reports tests lotions, sprays, wipes, and plant-based repellents on real people, using real mosquitoes.

A bug bite can leave more than just an itchy bump. Mosquitoes can spread diseases like the West Nile virus, and ticks can transmit many diseases, including Lyme and Rocky Mountain spotted fever.

By Shanna Hanbury A chemical used in mosquito repellents may disorient bumblebees, stopping them from finding their way back ...

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"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 ...

Plant-oil repellents can still be useful, but are not all the same. REI says synthesized plant oils, including oil of lemon ...

One of the most trusted forms of protection against the dreaded mosquito might have an unexpected weakness. Research out ...

9 best mosquito repellents to keep bites at bay this summer - From DEET sprays to all-natural formulas, fend off insects with our top picks ...

As mosquito seasons stretch longer, new research reveals Canadians are ready for a more effective, more comfortable way to ...