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.

Mosquitoes live for only a few weeks, but in that time, they can do a lot of damage. The mosquito is considered the world’s deadliest animal, killing more people per year than any other creature, ...

There are a number of ways to stop scratching, from medicines to mental tricks. By Elizabeth Passarella I’m one of the unfortunate souls who, for reasons still only loosely explained by science, seems ...

As the weather warms up, few of us can resist a nice evening walk through the park or a trip to the countryside to immerse ourselves in natural surroundings. The summer can be wonderful, but all too ...

With bug bites on the rise, NBC News medical contributor Dr. John Torres joins TODAY to break down what to know about bug bites and stings, including how to treat them and how to protect kids, pets ...

The summer months means spending more time outside doing the things you love. But, whether it’s a backyard barbecue or a weekend by the lake, many of these seasonal outdoor activities pose a challenge ...

Mosquitoes are more prevalent in South Jersey during the summer of 2025 because of increased rainfall and warm weather. Residents are advised to use EPA-registered insect repellent, wear long sleeves ...

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It’s summertime in Florida and that brings many wonderful things like long days at the beach, pool, lake or one of the state’s thousands of freshwater springs. But summer also brings more bugs, and ...

With warmer weather here, we’re not the only ones welcoming the change. Mosquitoes thrive as the temperatures rise, and you may notice they’re ramping up. “Mosquitoes start to become more active as ...

Malaria has continued to be a serious global issue, with over 240 million infections recorded in 2022. Nearly half of the world’s population remains at risk of contracting this disease. Despite ...