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...]
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 to Tick Check Your Child
I hope you are enjoying the great outdoors with your family this fall! To help you have lots of fun and safe experiences, here are some tips on keeping your kids safe and tick-free this autumn by … [Read more...]
Tick Quiz: True or False?
There is a great deal of media sensationalism and misinformation about ticks these days. Here is a quick quiz to test your knowledge and keep you informed – the answers may surprise you. Not … [Read more...]
The Oak Mite Is Itching to Get You: Get Relief
A new pest has emerged in the U.S. in recent years: the Oak Leaf Gall Mite, Pyemotes herfsi, also known as an "oak mite" or "itch mite." The mite's life cycle and wind-driven dispersal make this … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Bugs
What says "Halloween" better than a Jack-o--Lantern? You may be surprised to know how many insects are responsible for producing pumpkins, returning rotted ones to the soil, and afflicting them in … [Read more...]