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If you hate mosquitoes biting you then your in good company as very few people actually enjoy being eaten alive by mosquitoes. Thankfully in this modern age we have choices and such to use to...
Living in the south has taught me the value of a good insect repellant. What I dislike about the store bought variety are all of the chemicals in them. It made me start a journey to find the...
People are increasingly concerned about the potential negative affect of chemical mosquito repellents on the human body. In a search for non-harmful mosquito repellents numerous alternatives have...
Their stings itch. You welt up quickly after they bite you. They are mosquitoes and they not only cause you to itch, they carry diseases as well. Only the female mosquitoes bite and when they do,...
Mosquitoes are annoying pests that put a damper on outdoor activities. These flying insects also cause concern because of diseases they may transmit to humans, such as malaria or West Nile virus....
Have a mosquito bite and want to treat it with a natural mosquito bite relief? There's no point in wasting money on expensive products when treating mosquito bites if you can just treat them...
Mosquitoes, a common household pest, are known carriers of deadly diseases to humans such as malaria, dengue fever, and West Nile virus. This is why getting rid of them is very important. Several...
Lemon eucalyptus oil isn't a combination of citrus juice and eucalyptus, it's an oil from the Australian Eucalyptus citriodora, or Corymbia citriodora, tree. Though lemon eucalyptus does have a...
Mosquito bites essentially are allergic reactions that leave you feeling uncomfortable for as long as they stay reactive. Excessive scratching causes swelling, which eventually breaks the skin....
For years we have all heard "an apple a day keeps the doctor away." We heard all these amazing things about apples. Well to my surprise I learned that bananas are a strong competitor...
Mosquitoes are equipped with special tools that can penetrate flesh and draw out blood. The blood is removed from the bite victim via a proboscis that is capable of injecting saliva, sipping blood...
My dog is just like a family member. I worry about his health and happiness and want to care for him in a pleasing way. I also like my home to always smell clean and fresh. I love my dog, but...
The most common mosquito repellent is an artificial oil known as DEET. DEET has been associated with rare but severe reactions in some humans, and natural oil remedies have been sought and used as...
This article provides several of the most effective methods in which will relieve you of those annoying mosquito bites. I know that everyone and I mean everyone hates those nasty critters feasting...
Hate mosquito bites? There is an easy way to stop them from itching in seconds! This method of mine has proved to be effective for years.
I happened upon this method of repelling mosquitoes several years ago just by accident. I'm passing this along in the hopes that this article will help others from being set upon by these nasty...
Malaria is caused by blood parasites of the genus Plasmodium. Of the 156 species of Plasmodium, the four that are identified as human parasites are P. falciparum, P. vivax, P. ovale and P....
There is a variety of mosquito repellents on the market. There are repellents that clear specific areas of mosquitoes. There are also those in spray or liquid form that can be applied directly to...
Sometimes the spray is worse than the bite—chemical bug sprays smell bad and can be harmful for pets and children and people with skin sensitivities. Here’s how to make safe, effective,...
Commercial mosquito magnets utilize propane, plant-based chemicals vacuum pumps and holding pens to kill mosquitoes. When placed in the right location and filled with the right chemicals,...
Ever been bitten by a mosquito? Yes they are annoying and sometimes they may be carrying a deadly disease! If you have been bitten by a mosquito, don't worry, there is still a lot you can do to...
Have you ever went outside and then fled back inside because of the little flying blood suckers? Mosquitoes aren't just a pest, they're a health hazard too. Yet, there's a couple of things we...
Mosquito bites can leave you itching for days, but is it really worse than covering yourself with those foul smelling toxic repellent's? Here are a few ways to avoid getting bit by mosquitoes...
If you want to avoid mosquitoes but do not want to put terrible-smelling sprays on your skin, take heart. There are some plants that repel mosquitoes naturally.
Are there larvae in your pool, water tank, garage sink, or even casually lounging in your cool green tea? Outrageous! These mosquitoes are like parasites that feast on this beloved fertile Earth...
The summer months are full of fun. Unfortunately they can also be full of mosquitoes. If you are scratching yourself silly then follow these simple steps to easily repel mosquitoes.
Deet insect repellents can be very harmful if used incorrectly. Mosquito repellents containing the deet chemical can even cause death if overused. There are ways to stay safe when using deet...
Mosquito bites are fairly common in hot weather especially in tropical countries. Given the fact that mosquitoes can transmit diseases such as malaria, appropriate and immediate attention should...
You're sitting on your lawn chair when the very excited mosquito starts fluttering near your ear, littering you with mosquito bites. Swiping at it, you yell angrily. There are ways to avoid...
Summer is finally here, though summer also means more mosquitoes and, in turn, more mosquito bites if you forget your mosquito repellent. Ugh! After a while of laying on that lawn chair, you...
Protect yourself from mosquitoes like the Marine Corps does! Every Marine, from the halls of Montezuma to the shores of Tripoli, knows that there is no substitute for official Marine Corps bug...
Here are some easy, all natural and healthy ways to keep mosquitoes away without having to use bug spray while also learning about things that they may be attracted to.
Everyone hates those itchy little red bumps or mountains, if your allergic to mosquito bites. Make sure to put those gloves on if you can't stop scratching those annoying mosquito bites, just a...
Living in the swampy sunshine state, we have mosquitoes all year round. Our stateside and deployed United States Troops use this simple and economical method to repel mosquitoes, sand fleas &...
Everyone should be able to enjoy their backyard without having to worry about mosquito bites or even worse contracting West Nile virus. Deet is a very effective method of mosquito control but...
Itchy mosquito bites are very unpleasant and swell into sore welts when you itch them. If you can’t stop scratching your bug bites and you need some quick relief, try soothing your mosquito bites...
Itchy mosquito bites can drive you nuts. If you can’t stop itching your bug bites and you need some relief, try soothing your mosquito bites naturally with a baking soda paste. Unlike some...
The female mosquito is the only mosquito that bites. They are attracted to the carbon dioxide, warmth, moisture and body odor emitted by humans or animals. She bites because she needs blood in...
Warm weather brings out those pesky biting bugs throughout the summer. Ticks can carry Lyme disease, mosquitoes can carry West Nile virus, and almost everyone has experienced the pain of fire ant...
A mosquito bite can produce more than an annoying bump and itch; mosquitoes also carry diseases such as West Nile Virus, Eastern Equine Encephalitis and Malaria. The most powerful mosquito...
Summer welcomes in buzzing swarms of trouble. Mosquito bites cause itchy, unpleasant bumps and, in some cases, mosquitos can carry diseases. Ward off mosquitoes with homemade repellent that allows...
Mosquitoes are annoying little pests that can leave you with some very itching mosquito bites. So mosquito repellent is necessary to keep those pesky insects away. While mosquito repellent is...
If you forgot to put on mosquito repellent before you went outside it's likely you have several mosquito bites! And we all know how bad mosquito bites can itch. No fun at all! There is no fancy...
If you always feel like the mosquito magnet among everyone else, there is a way to save yourself without using harmful and smelly pesticides. Society is becoming more conscious and educated about...
Summer is here and with it brings those pesky little critters that take great pleasure in turning a beautiful summer evening outdoors into slap and itch fest. Unfortunately they also bring several...
Mosquito bites can be painful, itchy and annoying. In the worst cases they can even spread dangerous diseases like Malaria or West Nile. The easiest way to prevent the irritation and avoid any...
If you like to go camping in the summer, you've doubtless encountered a few mosquitoes. Losing sleep during the night due to the buzzing and biting of a mosquito is a frustrating experience. As...
With summer comes those nasty little creatures that love to just bite whatever part of our body they can possibly get at. You guessed it, mosquitoes! Anything that works is used no matter how much...
Quinine is an important drug in the history of medicine. It was the first treatment for an infectious disease and is sometimes still used as an anti-malarial medication.
It's summer and time to break out the mosquito repellent. Those pesky mosquitoes always seem to be hungry and sucking your blood really hits the spot. The problem is the itchiness it the resulting...