To get rid of mosquito bites and soothe itching, avoid scratching and try a cool compress or an antihistamine medication.

If you're someone who is prone to mosquito bites, don't worry there are ways to soothe the itch and prevent future bites.

Health officials in Himachal Pradesh have confirmed the presence of Lyme disease, a tick-borne infection caused by Borrelia bacteria. The disease leads to fever, fatigue, joint pain, and rashes, and ...

In sub-Saharan Africa, a child under five dies nearly every minute from malaria. But new research suggests baby wraps treated with insect repellant can protect them.

Inspired by a military strategy to ward off disease-carrying mosquitoes, researchers see if the technique will help cut ...

Mosquito bites in pregnancy can do more than cause itchy bumps. In regions where malaria and dengue are common, they raise real health concerns. To keep them away, many families turn to coils, ...

If you feel like mosquitoes have been more of a problem in Hastings and around Tribland lately, you’re not just imagining ...

Camping for the first time is equal parts excitement and confusion. There’s gear to consider, food to pack, and a whole lot ...

The North Shore Health Department (NSHD) announced on Wednesday, Oct. 1 it has confirmed the first human case of West Nile virus (WNV) in northern Milwaukee County.

EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) - Health officials Friday are reporting the first human case of West Nile Virus in Eau Claire County this year. The Eau Claire City-County Health Department states in a press ...

In Tanzania, a study using BiteBarrier devices showed promising results in controlling malaria and arbovirus-transmitting mosquitoes in simulated indoor and outdoor environments BiteBarrier reduced ...

Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness Department will conduct fogging near the Highlands this week after mosquitos with West Nile Virus were found in the area.