Key Takeaways: A recent study found that adding patchouli oil to unscented cream to make an essential-oil-based lotion for the skin protects against mosquitoes just as effectively as DEET. This offers ...

The arrival of May brings longer days and rising temperatures, with many of us looking forward to unwinding outside, making the most of our gardens, patios and balconies. However, alongside the ...

Insects do not just show up—they take over patios, gardens, and kitchens when conditions allow it. Many homeowners want a safer way to push them back without relying on harsh chemicals or expensive ...

The state government's new Net Zero Commission has called for planning rules to be updated to address extreme heat, warning it is not being taken seriously enough. The commission's report found ...

Similar to sunburns, dehydration and rashes from poison ivy, bites from mosquitoes, ticks and other insects are a drawback of being outside when it’s warm. Not to mention, they can carry illnesses ...

Several plant-based oils provide varying levels of protection against mosquitoes and other insects, with effectiveness ranging from 30 minutes to 3 hours, depending on the specific oil and insect ...

In a modest building located within the Littleton Industrial Park is the corporate headquarters of a worldwide company that makes After Bite, the iconic insect bite treatment; Counter Assault, a ...

Warmer weather seems to stir up an internal primal desire for outdoor adventure. Unfortunately, it also stirs up swarms of insects, and let’s face it, large numbers of those bugs totally suck, both ...