SO FAR, NO REPORTS OF ANYONE GETTING SICK. YOU MAY HAVE NOTICED MOSQUITOES STARTING TO SHOW UP AGAIN. IF YOU’RE BITTEN, IT OFTEN LEADS TO AN ITCHY BUMP. IT’S SO ANNOYING. BUT KOAT, UNM HEALTH EXPERT ...

It’s summertime in Florida and that brings many wonderful things like long days at the beach, pool, lake or one of the state’s thousands of freshwater springs. But summer also brings more bugs, and ...

As spring blossoms across the country, the seasonal joy of warmer temperatures comes with an unwelcome guest – the persistent mosquito. These tiny intruders can quickly transform a perfect backyard ...

Surprising facts about summer’s least favorite insect. — -- intro: Thanks to West Nile virus, mosquitoes have been in the news lately—and likely all over your backyard—but how much do you really ...

When a mosquito pierces your skin, it does more than cause a fleeting moment of discomfort — it sets off a chain reaction within your body. The insect’s saliva contains proteins that prevent blood ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Seeing any insect scuttle around your home is cause for concern, but when it’s a bug that bites, all bets ...

Mosquitoes are more prevalent in South Jersey during the summer of 2025 because of increased rainfall and warm weather. Residents are advised to use EPA-registered insect repellent, wear long sleeves ...

Mosquito bites itch due to an immune system reaction to the insect's saliva. Scratching a bite releases more histamines, which increases inflammation and itching. To soothe a bite, you can apply a ...