When the bugs are biting, you want to be protected. To test how well insect repellents work, Consumer Reports enlists brave panelists to stick their arms into cages filled with swarming mosquitoes.

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Summer is here and with it comes the bugs — mosquitoes and ticks in particular. Bites from either can cause nasty illnesses. So what’s the best way to protect yourself? Dr. Jennifer Mitty, Infectious ...

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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 ...

Check out any pharmacy or sporting goods store, or browse online, and you’re sure to find a dizzying array of insect repellents, all claiming to thwart pesky — and sometimes dangerous — bugs like ...

Summertime is typically the only time we give bug repellent a ton of real estate in our minds. But it’s necessary. Through all the backyard barbecues, outdoor boozy brunches, and adventurous hikes, ...

As we head into prime tick season, it's important to have a strong line of defense against tick-borne illnesses. But if spending a lot of time outside is an important part of your life, you don't ...

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Flies, mosquitos, and ticks can dampen any outdoor excursion, especially on a hot summer day. A short hike can quickly become a swat fest when the bugs are out, and there’s nothing worse than having ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — You might have seen life hacks online that say you can clean off your headlights with bug spray or toothpaste. But do they actually work? We did the experiment for you. We used OFF!