Barb Owen Boerger’s kimonos and sarongs are pretty, but they’re poison to the flies, mosquitoes and pesky bugs.

Some repellents are made with essential oils instead of chemicals. Oils like lemon eucalyptus, lavender, peppermint, ...

In today’s Health Alert, a warning for anyone planning to enjoy the outdoors this holiday weekend. Ticks are active, and the ...

If you want to protect yourself from mosquitoes and ticks—which seem to be everywhere this year—you might need to enlist a ...

Sawyer Premium Permethrin Insect Repellent. via merchant. Wearing mosquito repellent tees, bracelets and stickers might not be enough if you’re camping in swampy or forested areas.

DETROIT LAKES — Insect repellent clothing is not exactly a "new" idea for hunters, outdoorsmen or the military. In fact, it was first developed for military use, says Getaway Kimonos founder Barb Owen ...

Horse and deer flies pose health risks to people and animals with painful bites and potential disease transmission. Learn how ...

Ticks are parasites that bite and feed on humans and pets. They can spread Lyme disease and other infections. Here's what to ...

With summer here, parents are constantly bugging me about what they can do to protect their children and themselves from ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The risk of being bitten by a tick in New York City is currently extremely high, researchers at Fordham ...

Dr. Carling Matejka thinks permethrin products are good. They are effective for repelling mosquitoes on dogs. She gives ...

Recent warming temperatures and wet weather patterns have created ideal conditions for mosquitoes, said Kansas State ...