Bites & Stings

Quick thinking and this easy household remedy can stop the pain of a wasp sting fast!

Bee and other insect stings can knock the fun out of a backyard barbecue. Because these events usually happen around the home, it is advisable to have on hand some treatments that will alleviate...

Sea lice are the tiny larvae of jellyfish. They have the same make-up as an adult jellyfish and the same stinging ability. They are tiny and easily get trapped between your swimsuit and your skin...

Some people are mildly allergic to bee stings, and others are severely allergic. Still others have little to no reaction to a bee sting. For those who are allergic to bee stings, prevention is...

Your young child suddenly jumps up from playing in the backyard screaming in pain. A bee has stung him, and bee stings hurt. A check of your medicine cabinet reveals that, just as you thought, you...

Catfish are large, bottom-dwelling fish that can be found all over the world in freshwater or marine habitats. Catfish are known for their trademark large mouths and whiskers. In addition to these...

Bee stings occur when you unintentionally threaten a bee or colony. Honeybees lose the stinger, while wasps and yellow jackets keep the stinger. Venom is more than likely harmless for people who...

Fire ant stings are incredibly itchy and burn terribly. Fire Ants use their mouth to grab their victim and inject their stinger and release venom. The site of a fire ant bite and sting is a very...

For most people a bee sting is not a health threat, but it's still no fun if you're the one getting stung. Here are the ways you can remove stingers and calm the pain and how to recognize when...

Bee stings are very painful for everyone and very dangerous those that are allergic to bees. Scientists on discovery news now have found that the venom from a bee can be used to destroy tumor...

Insect bites can be itchy scratchy and sometimes painful. Here are some great tips on how to relieve the bites, stings and annoying itching.

Sea lice, also called sea bather's eruption, cause itchy red rashes on areas covered by bathing suits. Though they are called sea lice, they aren't lice but microscopic larvae of the thimble...

A sting is defined as a puncture from a stinger that injects venom into the victim. Bees, yellow jackets, hornets, wasps and fire ants all sting in defense. Most wasp stings are minor but painful....

Yes, your dog can be stung by a bee. Many people don’t realize their dog can be the target of a bee just like a human. Bee stings on dogs are painful and they itch. Here is how you can help your...

Bee and Wasps are just part of camping and outdoor activities. Being highly allergic to the poisonous sting I always come ready to treat a bee or wasp sting when going camping, but really the best...

Ants, bees, mosquitoes-- like it or not insects are a part of the warm summer months and so to are bites and stings. But according to the FDA fact sheet on insect bites and stings, most people...

Being stung by a scorpion is a painful and frightening experience, but if you are able to remain calm it is a simple issue to handle. Here are a few helpful hints and tips on how to treat and...

Nature can be brutal. Bites, stings, burns, and rashes are all frustrating facts of life. Luckily, cures are already sitting in most households. Forget about expensive skin-creams! You can easily...

Bug bites can itch terribly. I have learned a great remedy for stopping the itch immediately. This remedy does not cure the bite, but just take the itch out of it. This is effective on...

Jellyfish stings are a sometimes unfortunate side effect of swimming in the ocean. They can be a minor annoyance or a life-threatening emergency, depending on the kind of jellyfish that stings you...

Ant stings are usually just itchy, painful and annoying. If not treated properly however, they can worsen and become infected. This brings with it a wide variety of fun symptoms you never want...

Jellyfish stings are very painful and can be extremely dangerous or fatal. To reduce the pain and the danger of jellyfish stings, it is important to act immediately upon receiving a sting. Most...

Most people who get stung only have a local reaction, showing symptoms of puffy, red skin and painful itching. A bee sting reaction can last as long as a few hours, however, and depending on your...

Let's face it, stings of any kind are no fun. And if you've been stung before you know it not only can be painful, but for some with allergies a life or death occurrence. Let papaya be your hero!...

Scorpion stings are a major health concern in underdeveloped countries. In Mexico, scorpion stings account for about a thousand deaths per year, whereas in the United States only a handful or...

Bees and wasps serve an important role in spreading pollen, collecting honey and playing their part in the insect "food chain," but when it comes to co-habitation with humans, bees and wasps can...

When I was a child, my grandmother accidentally disturbed a bee's nest. I didn't get stung, but she did--and so did my sister. She came outside with a big jar of apple cider vinegar and I spent...

If you are allergic to bee stings, do not even consider anything else except immediate medical, professional help. If you know you are NOT allergic to bee stings, I have some natural ways to treat...

These simple remedies for bee stings can be found around the house and are less expensive than the over the counter remedies you can buy at the stores. These products are very effective for...

Many people will tell you to treat bee or wasp stings with a baking soda paste, but baking soda is not often available on camping trips. Read below to find out how to treat bee and wasp stings...

Fire ants are a very aggressive insect found in the southeastern United States. Their bites are especially painful because the bites insert venom into the skin. If you disturb their nest, fire...

Sea lice can be found in warm water around the United States and various other areas. According to the Safe Sea website, they are the most common stinging threat to both swimmers and divers at...

This summer many of us will encounter bees in our garden and inevitably be stung. Whether a hornet, wasp, bumble bee or even aggressive African bees you can treat it simply and effectively on...

Scorpion stings are often painful and sometimes potentially dangerous. However many people don't tend to know what they should do about a scorpion sting if they have never been stung before....

Wasps are MEAN, and they have the capability to sting multiple times. Often, if the nest feels threatened, many wasps will come out and sting mulitple times. If you get stung by a wasp and are...

Bee stings can be very painful and it is hard to know how to treat a bee sting. Learn how to treat a bee sting so that you and your family will not be bothered by the pain caused by a bee sting. ...

Bee stings can be very painful, and even dangerous is there is an allergic reaction. Bee stings should be treated right away in order to mimimize reactions and start the healing process. Always...

How to take the bite out of a bee or wasp sting.

This article on “How to be safe from bites, stings, and rashes” will help each of us, our children, family and friends be safe as possible during the spring and summer seasons.

If you are unfortunate enough to have an encounter with fire ants, you are likely to be stung multiple times by each ant. And since ants often attack en mass, the experience is likely to be...

Summer is near us and the bee's are going to be out soon. In my article you will learn home remedies on how to treat different bee stings. I will guide you through it step by step.

First and foremost: if you are allergic to bee stings then seek medical help immediately. But if you are like most of us who just cringe at the thought of being stung by a bee then this "how...

The stinger of a wasp has two parts to it, each flat and lined with barbs that stick into the skin and grab it to keep the victim from pulling free. One half of the stinger pierces the flesh,...

As bothersome as they are to most, bee stings can be much more than a nuisance to those with severe allergies. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control estimates that each year between 40 and 50...

Plantain is one of the most common weeds found in North America. It can be used dried or fresh. As a tea, it is used to treat diarrhea, yeast infections and stubborn coughs. As a poultice it...

There are several natural remedies that you can use to treat a bee sting. Bee stings are painful and have a lasting impression on us. For some people, they can be dangerous and even life...

Of the 40 or so species of scorpions in the United States only one is venomous enough to be a danger to humans. Scorpions belong to a family of animals known as arthropods and they are an...

Bee stings are literally a pain. They can also develop into a very dangerous situation very quickly. Avoiding areas where bees are abundant is the most effective way to deal with the issue of...

Jellyfish stings can be one of the most incredibly painful stings anyone will ever feel. The degree of discomfort depends upon the particular species of jellyfish.

Here are two common plants, one that is in your kitchen, that are excellent remedies for people who are allergic to Bee Stings. These two plants can quickly reverse the spreading of venom and draw...