It sounds so simple: Place mosquito-repelling plants such as citronella, mint, lavender and lemon balm in beds or containers around your patio or garden, and you’ll be able to sit outside without all ...

You’ve probably heard of—and perhaps even tried—more than a few questionable mosquito repellents. Maybe you’ve rolled your eyes at home remedies but secretly wondered, do mouthwash, dryer sheets, and ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." While there are so many exciting things to look forward to as the weather warms up, there are also a few ...

Are you a magnet for mosquitos? This innovative super shield will keep away those pesky critters. Stay bite-free while also being eco-friendly with the Super Shield Mosquito Repellent Electronic Watch ...

Kyler Kostelec, 15, white shirt sitting and his girlfriend Galina Hensz, 16, second from right, hang out with friends at “the planter,” a popular spot for homeless youth to hang out downtown on Aug.

Are mosquitoes bugging you? Think twice about reaching for insect sprays, as many contain harmful chemicals. Metro toxics reduction expert Carl Grimm shared tips to prevent bites and pesticide ...

They are a sign of summer, especially here in Houston. Citronella candles and torches lit up in an effort to keep blood sucking mosquitoes at bay. Citronella is actually an essential oil derived from ...

Spending time outdoors is what summer is all about. Unfortunately, this often means having to deal with mosquitoes and the itchy welts they leave behind. Thankfully, mosquito repellent bracelets offer ...

Cameron Webb and the Department of Medical Entomology, NSW Health Pathology, have been engaged by a wide range of insect repellent and insecticide manufacturers to provide testing of products and ...

Mosquito season has arrived. Since I have been a licensed to kill mosquitoes over large areas since the late 1980s for public health reasons, it was obvious that the high tides, lower wind speeds, ...