A long hike through a lush forest, a twee picnic on a grassy field, a good read on a sandy beach—these are a few of our favorite summer things. Toss the buzzing and biting of mosquitos into the mix, ...

Mosquitos don’t just cause annoying, itchy bites — they can also spread potentially life-threatening infectious diseases, like eastern equine encephalitis, West Nile virus and dengue fever. At least ...

Mention DEET (chemical name, N,N-diethyl-meta-toluamide) in a crowded room, and you’re likely to hear a chorus of different opinions regarding its potential toxicity and health implications. Against a ...

Q: I have been told that a mixture of mouthwash, Epsom salts and stale beer can be sprayed around your landscape to keep mosquitoes away. What do you think? Sheila Jobe, email A: I think this is an ...

It's mosquito season, which means most people will be spending the next few months getting eaten alive by the pest and wondering how to get rid of them. A popular homemade repellent recipe has been ...

ROSELLE, Ill. (WLS) -- Daniel Jimenez and his co-workers at Mosquito Joe have been busy for the last couple weeks. In the mosquito abatement industry, there's been brisk business in July. Experts say ...

Capturing rainwater and reusing barrels are great actions for both your garden and the environment, but combining the two ideas can be problematic if you are not careful. Reused barrels often do not ...