As far as dangers in the outdoors go, getting a few chigger bites isn’t exactly on par with stumbling upon a hornet’s nest or, say, a bear. Yet for those who have had the misfortune of meeting these ...

During the summer, it's common for kids to come home with small cuts and scrapes or pesky bug bites. Maryland dermatologist Dr. Kate Viola recommends that families keep some products handy to treat ...

The importance of being able to identify and treat bug bites and stings can not be understated. They can range from minor nuisances to medical emergencies requiring immediate attention, health experts ...

As the weather warms up, few of us can resist a nice evening walk through the park, or a trip to the countryside to immerse ourselves in natural surroundings. The summer can be wonderful, but all too ...

Horseflies are a robust species of fly belonging to the Tabanidae family. Found in large numbers in the countryside near livestock, the bloodsucking insects are known for their size and biting ...

From suffering from heat-stroke within the confines of well-insulated flats – which aren’t equipped with centralised air conditioning units – to stinging and raw sunburn, summer in the UK is not all ...

Treating a bug bite or sting will usually relieve symptoms of pain, itching, swelling, and minor irritation. The first step is to better understand the type of insects common to North America and what ...

ATLANTA - The season for insect stings is upon us in Georgia. Summer in the South means lots of sunshine, long, hot days and, Atlanta allergist Dr. Kasey Lanier says, a rise in insect stings and bites ...

You spray yourself with bug spray or fire up a citronella candle before your outdoor BBQ, but sometimes those pesky little bugs can still find you. When a bug like a mosquito bites you, it injects a ...

Patients with bug bites are common visitors to doctors during the summer. Jeanne Horton was watering plants when she suffered a bee sting. “All of the sudden, I felt a sting and I looked down, and it ...

It's time to say "bye-bye" to bug bites. As summer is still in full effect, so are lots of bugs that are ready to bite or sting exposed skin. Whether you are headed on a nature walk or out for a pool ...

Environment often indicates culprit, not appearance of bug bite alone. Mosquito, flea and bed bug bites remain most common across California. Clean, avoid scratching and monitor bites for infection or ...