One of the most unusual practices is from the Mundari tribe, who use cow urine, which works as a natural antiseptic, insect ...

Summer's here and after a wet spring in many parts of Australia, mosquitoes are out in force. Insect repellent has become a routine requirement for time outdoors. A bite from a mosquito can be itchy ...

While it is important to protect yourself, you also want to avoid mosquito repellents that may cause longer-lasting harm to your body. Here are several mosquito repellents you should avoid using.

Cameron Webb and the Department of Medical Entomology, NSW Health Pathology and University of Sydney, have been engaged by a wide range of insect repellent and insecticide manufacturers to provide ...

“When travelling with babies and toddlers, a thoughtfully packed first aid kit is non-negotiable. It should include the ...

In late 2025, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a Level 2 travel alert for the chikungunya ...

Health authorities in one state have issued an urgent health alert after mosquito traps detected rising cases of a virus ...

Are you plagued by mosquitoes every time you head outside? There's one smoky spot in your yard where you could be bite-free ...

For years, scientists have known that mosquitoes are drawn to humans by factors like carbon dioxide and heat. However, this ...