Flies, mosquitos, and ticks can dampen any outdoor excursion, especially on a hot summer day. A short hike can quickly become a swat fest when the bugs are out, and there’s nothing worse than having ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Spending time outdoors is a rite of passage during the summertime. Unfortunately, so are bug bites. And ...

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STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Ticks and mosquitoes can be both annoying and dangerous. Experts often advise using an insect repellent when spending time outdoors -- but which are best for keeping the bugs ...

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Now that spring is here, the time is ripe for everything from hiking and camping trips to spending long evenings relaxing on the porch. But whether you’re traipsing through the deep woods or enjoying ...

11 A.M. TO 5 P.M. ALL RIGHT. WITH THE WEATHER WARMING UP, LOTS OF BUGS OUTSIDE. SO THAT MEANS A LOT OF PEOPLE ARE ALSO STOCKING UP ON BUG SPRAY. CONSUMER REPORTS JUST RELEASED ITS LATEST RATINGS, ...

When the bugs are biting, you want to be protected. To test how well insect repellents work, Consumer Reports enlists brave panelists to stick their arms into cages filled with swarming mosquitoes.

Whether planning a vacation that involves plenty of time outdoors-possibly around bugs-or just want protection while enjoying your backyard, a forest hike or time in a grassland or desert, insect ...

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