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Many bug repellents can irritate the skin almost as much as the bug bites that you use them to avoid. Harsh chemicals can cause rashes and inflame eyes if you get the mixture on your face, and almost all processed repellents smell terrible. However, there are many types of herbs that fight off bugs and even can kill the ones that land... more »
Body soap offers the obvious benefit of cleaning your skin. It can also serve to nurture and protect the skin as a moisturizer, antibacterial, anti-microbial or other essential purposes. One other important role it can play is as a bug repellent, repelling mosquitoes and other bugs. What's more you can make your own pure, natural bug... more »
Ticks can be found almost anywhere; however, what many people don't know is that some ticks can carry Lyme disease. Reading this article will teach you how to prevent tick removal. more »
The deer tick is a parasite that embeds itself into the skin of its host and sucks blood. It sounds disgusting and can be serious because the deer tick is responsible for several different diseases in humans, including Lyme disease. Fall is peak time for ticks. They reside on stalks of grass or leaf tops waiting for a host. They... more »
Mosquitoes are more than just pests that can ruin your barbecue or camping trip. Some species of mosquitoes carry serious diseases, such as malaria and West Nile virus, so it's important to protect yourself and your family from mosquito bites all year. However, most over-the-counter bug repellents contain chemicals that can be harmful... more »
Biting insects possess antennae that can detect the compounds that humans and animals naturally give off. Such compounds include carbon dioxide,... more »
Either when camping or at home, bugs can be everywhere. To keep them at a safe distance, most people turn to bug repellent as the answer. Though... more »
Lyme Disease is spread to humans by ticks. It usually starts with a fever, extreme fatigue, headache and skin rash. If it's caught early and... more »
The state of Sabah, Malaysia offers some unique tourist opportunities, not the least of which is a chance to see the Borneo rainforest. The Danum... more »
An outdoor barbecue can really bring on the bugs particularly at night. Between the heat of the fire, the grease and the smell of the cooking... more »
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