Scientists examine how mosquito repellents work, highlighting DEET and picaridin as the most effective. Despite various alternatives, these two substances prove superior in repelling mosquitoes. The ...

Most of us normally seek insect repellents and citronella candles as a solution, but have you ever thought how do these ...

But how do these repellents actually work? A great deal of research has gone into understanding how and why female mosquitoes ...

The University of Notre Dame and Unitaid have announced that an innovative vector control tool for malaria called a spatial repellent showed a significant impact on reducing malaria infections in a ...

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 ...

When it comes to mosquito repellent, there are several essential oils that are known to be effective. These include citronella, lemon eucalyptus, lavender, peppermint, and tea tree oil.

But before you reach for your mozzie spray to share with your pets, there are a few important things to know, including that some human insect repellents are toxic to cats and dogs. Are mosquito ...

To protect themselves from potential infection, residents have been warned to apply mosquito repellents, use insecticide sprays and coils, avoid going outside during peak mosquito times of dawn ...

Neighbours share remedies, colleagues trade tips, and WhatsApp groups light up with debates over the best mosquito repellents. From rooftop BBQ parties to Mirpur bazaars, Dhaka becomes a ...

A study reveals that Africa's low rates of Zika virus outbreaks may be due to a surprising factor: the genetic makeup of local mosquito populations. Research by scientists at the High Meadows ...

Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. British company Oxitec has applied to release GM mosquitoes in Australia to tackle dengue When the GM mosquitoes breed, only non ...

To prevent their meal from turning into an indigestible clot, mosquitoes evolved very useful spit. “The saliva of mosquitoes is like a pharmacy. It's a cocktail of drugs and protein that will regulate ...