Repelling sprays that entomologists recommend, editor-adored itch creams and more.

Orkin and Terminix are considered the best overall pest control companies for their nationwide availability and wide range of ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." It wouldn’t be summer with cookouts, camping trips, golf outings and, yes, the constant hum of mosquitoes ...

Summer is my favorite season for all the obvious reasons—I love a good hike, camping, pool time, and cookouts. But I often pay a very itchy price for spending most of my time outside in the summer.

DEET and picaridin are the heavy hitters, offering longer-lasting, broader protection. According to REI, DEET is widely studied and effective, but can damage plastics and synthetic gear. Picaridin, on ...

Whether you’re planning a Mediterranean holiday or a tropical escape, the best mosquito repellents will help you stay bite-free this summer. As a travel journalist, I have pretty much nailed the ...

If you're looking for an alternative to store-bought mosquito repellents, these herbs and oils have been proven to be highly effective at warding off pests.

While mosquitoes may seem like nothing more than a summer nuisance, officials with the Chesapeake Mosquito Control Commission say the insects can spread diseases.

At this point in the year, we’re all quite familiar with the sounds of summer: the breeze through the trees, the birdsong, the chatter of children playing outside – and the persistent buzz of a ...

Walt Disney World is remarkably mosquito free despite being constructed on almost 25,000 acres of former Florida swampland.