Tag: mosquitoes

Skin microbiome can help fight mosquito-borne diseases. Studies show that changing the structure of your skin microorganisms can serve as a mosquito repellent. This valuable research can change the course of the battle against these …

Mosquito awareness is an important factor in decreasing the number of mosquito-borne diseases. This August, we celebrate World Mosquito Day. It is a chance for people in the whole world to increase their awareness of …

Ankle biters or Aedes mosquitoes are black and white, aggressive species. These insects can thrive in cities. Their fondness for biting ankles brought them the name ankle biters. But even if they like ankles, they …

Cooler temperatures are attractive to mosquitoes when it is hot. This is what scientists have observed after many years of studying the behavior of mosquitoes. These insects can transmit pathogens to animals and humans. Such …

Amphibian deaths may have a link to the surges of malaria in the past. When these animals died off in Panama and Costa Rica in the 90s and in the early part of the 2000s, …

Halloween is just around the corner. Setting up decorations outside and going trick or treating could lead to dangerous mosquito bites. It is already a spooky holiday. The thought of dealing with mosquito-borne diseases is …

A mosquito tends to bite selected targets. It is a common complaint among crowds. Some people end up with bites all over them while some do not. Only female mosquitoes bite but do they have …

The attack of the deadly mosquitoes is starting again. SA (South Australia) has recently issued a health warning over a possible fatal mosquito virus. The Department for Health and Wellbeing informed the community to avoid …

There are smarter mosquitoes around us now. Research shows that this is keeping them and the diseases they are carrying difficult to keep away. The female mosquitoes are learning how to avoid pesticides after just …

It is a given that a mosquito is attracted to warm-blooded animals. But how does it happen? For the longest time, we just know that mosquitoes bite, but we do not really know how it …

Mosquito repellents are everywhere. Have you ever thought if catnip, bug zappers, and mosquito coils are really effective? For decades, these repellent products have helped many households and campsites avoid mosquito bites. Having them in …

Repellents are chemical compounds capable of helping humans and animals avoid mosquito bites. Those who spend so much time in areas with a large mosquito population. These products are available in the form of sticks, …

Proper canine protection does not only involve shielding your dogs from fleas, ticks, bacteria, or viruses. It also includes protecting your dogs from mosquitoes. Giving your dog the proper shield against mosquitoes can reduce your …

Mosquitoes have been attacking the Central Valley of California lately. The residents are hoping to have a little increase in property taxes. This could help them have a break from invasive mosquito species. The Aedes …

The holiday theme is in the air. New Year’s eve is just around the corner. There is no reason to dismiss the fact that you have invited a small group of friends over for a …

Mosquitoes are everywhere. They can enter your home or stay outside. If you love gardening, you can stay among your plants for hours. This can be challenging if there are mosquitoes everywhere. There’s no problem …

Many people are afflicted by malaria. This is a disease caused by the parasite from a mosquito bite. The female mosquitoes spread this parasite by having a blood meal from humans. The  malarial organism then …

Some think mosquitoes are only active in the summer. These insects are versatile. Summer may be over, but this doesn’t mean the biting will stop. It is a myth that mosquitoes die when the temperature …

You may think that mosquitoes are only active in the summer, but they are not. The fall season is warm enough for them to linger around. Mosquitoes can stay around the area until most of …

Mosquitoes are attracted by the smell of blood. Summer heat activates odor. There is nothing worse than going to the beach or attending a picnic with mosquitoes biting and buzzing around. Avoiding mosquito bites is …

Bugs are the primary intruders in every picnic. Failing to anticipate and prepare for the appearance of insects at the picnic site will result in bites and annoyance. You can prevent the frustration and annoyance …

Why do people stress about the right insect repellent? Well, it is mainly because of the threatening insect-borne diseases that affect the human and animal populations. These diseases may be transmitted by flies, ticks, and …

Mosquitoes Can Deliver Virus Double Whammy And like Zika, dengue and chikungunya can also cause neurological problems, study found WebMD News from HealthDay By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, Nov. 14, 2016 (HealthDay News) — …

It is risky to open doors and windows or even step out in shorts if you know that the area is surrounded with Zika mosquitoes. Zika is a disease that may either manifest symptoms or …

Researchers in Australia have shown that introducing a naturally-occurring bacterium in the wild, called Wolbachia, can control mosquitoes that cause Dengue fever. Wolbachia occurs naturally in 60 percent of all insect species, but not in …