Warm weather often means more time outdoors, more bites and more bottles of insect repellent. New research suggests one ...

There’s no one thing that can get rid of mosquitoes. Mosquito dunks are ideal for prevention and controlling mosquito ...

If you're looking to keep insects at bay without using chemicals, the solution might be easier than you think.

Similar to sunburns, dehydration and rashes from poison ivy, bites from mosquitoes, ticks and other insects are a drawback of being outside when it’s warm. Not to mention, they can carry illnesses ...

One of the most trusted forms of protection against the dreaded mosquito might have an unexpected weakness. Research out today shows that mosquitoes can actually learn to love the presence of DEET, a ...

Researchers don't know how the findings might overlap with real-world settings. But the findings suggest that we're most ...

"If mosquitoes are repeatedly exposed to DEET, it becomes less effective as a repellent," said researcher Claudio Lazzari ...

Researchers used Pavlovian conditioning to test whether DEET repels mosquitoes.

Whether you’re planning a Mediterranean holiday or a tropical escape, the best mosquito repellents will help you stay bite-free this summer. As a travel journalist, I have pretty much nailed the ...

Garlic contains sulphur compounds like allicin, known for their strong smell and antimicrobial properties. The idea is that consuming garlic changes your body odour, making you less attractive to ...

Scientists have found that mosquitoes in the lab can be trained to connect the smell of a widely used repellent with food, ...

A new study has revealed that mosquitoes may be capable of learning to associate the widely used insect repellent DEET with a ...