Prone to bug bites? Here’s the breakdown on this remedy—and other tips that may help. Getty Images/EatingWell animation Summer is here, and while that means sunny skies, warm breezes and outdoor fun, ...

Keeping buzzing insects away when you enjoy time outside in the backyard or front porch is a top priority. Some plants are known to help repel bugs and are worth planting in the garden as a natural ...

Prevent bites with these finds that aren’t an eyesore. If you gave your porch or patio a refresh for summer, it’s now time to enjoy the fruits of your outdoor makeover labor. At least it would be if ...

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This story originally appeared on TODAY.com. (TODAY) -- Summer is in full force, and that means more mosquitoes, ticks, and other creepy crawlies that bite, sting and suck. The great outdoors becomes, ...

Bug sprays that contain DEET will not expire, but they may become less effective over time. The same is true for most, but not all, bug repellent.

An effective insect repellent can help you fight off the annoyance of buzzing mosquitoes, prevent itchy bites, and reduce your risk of serious bug-borne illnesses like Lyme disease and West Nile virus ...

Neither bugs nor the chemical smell of commercial repellent are invited to this relaxing evening by the water. (Julie Rotter/Unsplash/) This story was originally featured on Outdoor Life. Unless ...

Insects are crucial to our existence as they bring balance to the ecosystem. They can also become the bane of our existence though, especially when they invade our personal spaces, and food.

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 ...