Itchy bumps on the skin that aren't mosquito bites could be a symptom of several health conditions and reactions, including hives, other bug bites, and some skin conditions. Learning the signs and ...

Summer in Florida brings increased bug activity and itchy bites from pests like chiggers, no-see-ums and mosquitoes. Chiggers are tiny mites that leave itchy rashes, often around ankles, knees, waists ...

It’s summertime in Florida and that brings many wonderful things like long days at the beach, pool, lake or one of the state’s thousands of freshwater springs. But summer also brings more bugs, and ...

Surprising facts about summer’s least favorite insect. — -- intro: Thanks to West Nile virus, mosquitoes have been in the news lately—and likely all over your backyard—but how much do you really ...

Mosquito bites itch due to an immune system reaction to the insect's saliva. Scratching a bite releases more histamines, which increases inflammation and itching. To soothe a bite, you can apply a ...

West Nile Virus has been confirmed in a mosquito sample in Prospect, Marion County. Residents are urged to take precautions such as wearing insect repellent and eliminating standing water. While most ...

Environment often indicates culprit, not appearance of bug bite alone. Mosquito, flea and bed bug bites remain most common across California. Clean, avoid scratching and monitor bites for infection or ...