Genetically modified mosquitoes have been released in Florida to combat the spread of mosquito-borne diseases like dengue and Zika. These mosquitoes are designed to reduce the population of ...

Scientists may have found a solution to stop the spread of malaria: poisoning mosquitoes with human blood. New research suggests that the mosquito-borne malady can be curbed by getting the insects ...

Queenslanders are being warned of an expected surge in mosquito-borne viruses after flooding rain, as the state records its second death this year from Japanese encephalitis. With towns like ...

Mosquitoes die after drinking the blood of people taking a drug for metabolic disorders — a discovery that could help to prevent the spread of malaria 1. Every year, malaria kills more than half ...

Ticks, mosquitoes and chiggers are among the most common biting insects found outdoors in Missouri. Missouri is home to venomous spiders, including the brown recluse and black widow, whose bites ...

The potentially deadly Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) has been found in mosquitoes in Brisbane for the first time. The department is concerned the risk of human exposure to Queenslanders may ...

But some products barely lasted half an hour. Compare results and prices of the mosquito repellents we've tested in the table below, or read on for our full verdict on all of the mosquito repellents ...

Avoid itchy bites on your vacation with our roundup of the best mosquito repellent bracelets, including natural alternatives and expert recommendations. The Standard's journalism is supported by ...

There are few things as annoying as a mosquito bite. We’ve tried every old wives’ tale in the book, from eating huge quantities of asparagus to upping our intake of vitamin B. “You may have ...

Except when they come in the form of insect bite marks or worse, a mosquito-borne disease. Having experienced the former on almost every holiday to date and the latter (alongside an expensive ...

Mosquitoes can turn a peaceful night into a nightmare. The moment you lie down to rest, that annoying buzzing starts, and before you know it, you’re scratching itchy bites all over your arms and ...

Summer is mosquito season, and these tiny pests can turn blissful evenings into itchy nightmares. From natural repellents to simple home hacks, discover 8 proven and effective ways to keep mosquitoes ...