It's officially summer, a time for barbecues, the beach—and protecting yourself against the teeny, tiny black-legged deer ...

L.L. Bean has a whole line of insect-repellent clothing, and brands like Shoo For Good, Craghoppers, and Insect Shield all offer permethrin-treated pieces. Permethrin-infused accessories like tick ...

“If you live in Manhattan,” Diuk-Wasser said, “most likely you got it by traveling. If you live in Queens or the Bronx, you ...

Remember to reapply as directed on the label. Apply sunscreen at least 30 minutes before applying a DEET-based insect repellent. ... The use of permethrin, an insecticide, to spray or impregnate ...

The first mosquitoes to test positive for West Nile virus in Connecticut this season were trapped in Bridgeport earlier this month, according to officials with the State ...

Extreme heat can be dangerous, especially for older adults, young children and people with certain health conditions.

Kulick: Prevention is the best medicine. Thinking ahead to try to avoid both tick and mosquito issues will pay off in the long run.

The Jamestown Canyon Virus (JCV), a mosquito-borne illness, has been detected in a Kalamazoo County mosquito pool for the ...

Never apply permethrin directly to skin. Use EPA-registered insect repellents. ... always follow the product label instructions and reapply as directed.

Virginia has reported a dramatic spread in tick-borne illnesses in suburban neighborhoods. It's expected to get worse.

BOSTON — The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) announced Tuesday that West Nile virus (WNV) has been detected ...

Horse and deer flies pose health risks to people and animals with painful bites and potential disease transmission. Learn how ...