Ticks are tiny bugs in the arachnid (spider) family. There are hundreds of varieties. Many carry bacteria and viruses that can cause serious illnesses, such as Rocky Mountain spotted fever and Lyme ...

Spiders are common guests inside our homes. While many spiders are harmless, some of us may find them to be a nuisance or to be creepy. Additionally, some species of spider, such as the brown recluse ...

During the warmer months, bug bites — like sunburns — are sometimes an unfortunate consequence of spending time outdoors. But bites from mosquitoes, ticks and other insects can be much more than just ...

Ant season is well and truly here, and these pesky insects seem to find their way into a home through every single nook and cranny. For most of us, using chemicals to deter them, particularly in the ...

Bid goodbye to mosquitoes in your garden. From basil to marigolds to nasturtiums, these plants are nature's bug repellents. Basil as a plant is particularly effective against a certain pest called the ...

Mosquitos are most active at night, which is when campers need light and are most likely to be charging gadgets. The Evo Repel was designed with these facts in mind, as it combines a mosquito repeller ...

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It happens to everyone eventually, you look down to the counter and spot ants scurrying around or fruit flies circling the sink. These insect invaders aren't just aggravating, they can also be a ...

If we had a frog, we'd be tempted to drop it down the back of whoever wrote this. Once again inboxes have been flooded with yet another "here are easy ways to protect your loved ones" mailing. Concern ...

Mary Poppins used hers as a mode of transportation. Queen Elizabeth used hers to make a fashion statement. But most of us just use umbrellas to protect ourselves from the elements. Yet, we've all ...