Mosquitoes are not just an annoyance; they can be a serious health hazard, spreading diseases like malaria, dengue, an ...

mosquitoes, and other insects. Instead of relying on harsh insecticides, why not take a more serene, eco-friendly approach by using plants to naturally repel these pests? READ MORE: A natural ...

Which is the most commonly used mosquito repellent? One of the most well-known and widely used large-scale pellets is N,N-diethyl-meta-toluamide, commonly called DEET. It hit the commercial market ...

To keep them at bay, many of us will reach for the bottle of insect repellent or citronella candles in order to avoid the bite and incessant itching that comes with it. But how do these repellents ...

Add filters or aerators to keep water moving in fountains and ponds. Use mosquito dunks—a safe larvicide—to treat stagnant water. Plants that naturally repel mosquitoes can be a beautiful and ...

Whether you're spending summer at home or in warmer climes, insect repellent is important for preventing bites and stings and the associated diseases transmitted by biting bugs. We've tested popular ...

Mosquitoes can survive prolonged droughts by drinking blood, which helps to explain why rates of mosquito-borne illness don't always decline in dry periods. Mosquitoes can survive prolonged ...

Horticulturist Cyrus Elavia curates a list of medicinal plants which may prove as effective as antibiotics in treating common ...

Malaria remains one of the deadliest public health challenges for Meghalaya, particularly in the rural areas, although the ...

Benefits of UV light traps Effective attraction: The UV light effectively draws mosquitoes in, often better than other methods such as repellent sprays or coils. Chemical-free: UV light traps are ...