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As climate change extends mosquito habitats and vector-borne diseases remain a critical concern, industry analysis suggests that DEET production capacity and supply chain resilience are receiving ...

Choosing a safe but potent insect repellent to protect against mosquito- and tick-borne diseases such as Lyme disease, West Nile Virus and dengue fever can be challenging due to the many products on ...

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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 ...

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It is important to use insect repellent properly not only to avoid the nuisance of bug bites, but also to reduce the risk of exposure to mosquito bites that may carry viruses such as West Nile virus.

Flies, mosquitos, and ticks can dampen any outdoor excursion, especially on a hot summer day. A short hike can quickly become a swat fest when the bugs are out, and there’s nothing worse than having ...

As summer approaches and you start planning camping trips, hikes, and outdoor adventures, bug spray becomes essential gear. But with social media influencers questioning traditional insect repellents ...

Editor's note: This story was originally published in 2016 and has been updated. People do the darnedest things in hopes of avoiding mosquito bites. They burn cow dung, coconut shells or coffee. They ...

What's better than spending a gorgeous, sunny day outdoors in a tropical destination? Nothing. What's worse than a flock of mosquitoes feasting on your ankles and elbows? Nothing. Herein lies my ...