Ever wonder what happens when a tick bites you? The tick's mouth is perfectly designed to pierce your skin, drink your blood, and stay in place for days on end. A Mouth Full of "Spears" The … [Read more...]
“Bugging” Mosquitoes to Stop Dengue Fever & Other Diseases
If you're skeptical that some "cures" for diseases transmitted by insects and ticks could be worse than the diseases themselves, say hello to theĀ innovative breakthrough that involves implanting the … [Read more...]
A Lyme Disease Vaccine Is Close, But Prevention Is Still the Best Cure
Valneva, a pharmaceutical company in France, has been conducting human trials for a vaccine against Lyme disease. The results look promising, but you should continue to rely on repellents and take … [Read more...]
Spooky Bugs That Don’t Need to Scare You (But Probably Do)
Any insect or related creature can be startling due to its size, appearance, or simply because you encounter it unexpectedly. In honor of Halloween, here are some spooky bugs that might freak you out, … [Read more...]
Keeping Southern Bugs at Bay with Ben’s: The Mason-Dixon Experiment
We asked our friends at the Mason-Dixon Experiment how they keep their family bug free all summer, whether they're gardening, hunting, or just playing in the backyard. Check out their advice below! - … [Read more...]
How Do I Know What Bug Bit Me?
Wondering what kind of bug bit you or your child and hoping to find out? Unfortunately, though there's certainly a list of common suspects, insect bites are not that easy to identify, and even medical … [Read more...]