Author: Diane Wells

Mosquito saliva is now the focus of many scientists. The compound in the saliva holds the key to protecting people from mosquito-borne diseases. Mosquitoes are considered one of the deadliest animals on the planet. The …

Using a fungus as a mosquito repellent is an organic way to get rid of malaria in many areas of the world. Scientists are combining this organism with a spider toxin to eliminate malaria-carrying mosquitoes. …

Using bacteria in mosquitoes is an efficient way to fight dengue. This deadly virus has myriad symptoms from nausea to headaches, to organ damage. At least 100 countries have dengue lurking about. This disease is …

A new mosquito intruder was caught in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. The U.S. naval base found the intruder in a trap. Many prisoners try to break out but this situation was unusual. It was also the …

Nanoparticles can repel deadly mosquitoes anywhere. Adaptable and invasive species of mosquitoes have been living in North America for centuries. Recent studies show that mosquitoes have a natural resistance to some types of insecticides. That …

Mosquito memory is something that most people think these insects do not have. Some people think that mosquitoes actually remember them. Well, research says that they are actually right. This is a new challenge to …

Rising temperatures give way to spring mosquitoes. The blooming plants, melting snow, and rising bodies of water wake many insects up after their long winter sleep. Mosquitoes will often join the swarms of insects. Spring …

Dengue comes from high-risk mosquito bites. This disease can spread quickly. Female Aedes aegypti mosquitoes are the vectors of dengue and other ailments like Zika and chikungunya. The spread of this disease depends on environmental, …

The presence of deadly mosquitoes in Australia has brought about Japanese encephalitis. This is a mosquito-borne disease that has resulted in death. South Australia has now eight active cases of the disease. Two cases are …

Some of the debilitating mosquitoes can cause harmful diseases that cause long-term disability. One of the most common diseases that can cause such consequences is filariasis. Many people often neglect this disease. Filariasis manifests through …

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 …

Using repellent herbs to ward off mosquitoes is a way to keep bites away. Staying outside is more fun if you do not have mosquitoes coming after you all the time. It is okay to …

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 …

A release of GM mosquitoes will happen in the Florida Keys again. These are Aedes aegypti genetically-modified mosquitoes. It is another milestone in the United States. The aim of this experiment is to have bioengineered …

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 …

Bug bites are the last thing you need during the holidays. But this is the price of having a fresh Christmas tree. Through the years of its life, your Christmas tree may have been home …

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 …

A fly circling around you is annoying enough. A swarm of flies is even more irritating. What if they bite? That would be alarming. Biting flies are a health hazard because they feed on blood …

Mosquito bite allergy is also called a skeeter syndrome. Almost everyone has a reaction to mosquito bites. For people with severe allergic reactions, the symptoms of a simple bite can become serious health issues. Female …

Mosquito bites are common. Since mosquitoes are everywhere,  everyone is a possible victim of their bites. These insects are everywhere. They can also penetrate homes and bite children and babies. It is heartbreaking to hear …