Insect repellents, such as those with DEET ... try not to scratch because the bumps can get infected. 5. Dealing With Flea Bites at Home Fleas typically affect cats and dogs, but they can also affect ...

The lone star tick has been in the news due to a sharp uptick in cases of alpha-gal syndrome, which can cause a serious ...

Rain, fallen leaves and the heating switched on. Your dog rubs the sofa again. Cute habit, or a warning sign? Damp walks, autumn moulting and indoor ...

In Guinness World Records, you'll find the shortest, tallest and fastest. Behind the spectacle is an auditing system so ...

As soon as temperatures drop, unpleasant encounters with a particularly persistent intruder increase: stink bugs. Many people are disgusted by these insects, but fortunately, they are harmless to ...

SOUTH WINDSOR, Conn. (WTNH) — Two people were transported to the hospital after a multi-vehicle crash on Saturday in South Windsor, fire officials said. The crash took place around 9 a.m. in the left ...

A case of bubonic plague linked to a flea bite has been confirmed in South Lake Tahoe; authorities are stepping up ...

NASA's research reveals common houseplants can significantly purify indoor air, removing toxins like formaldehyde and benzene ...

Hi Olivia, with each season comes new seasonal dangers for pets. In autumn it’s good to be aware of poisonous plants and fungi, slugs and snails, insect bites and stings, seasonal allergies, ...

October arrives, light fades, and gardens fall quiet. Many readers now ask why their borders feel oddly empty of life. The hush rarely comes from ...

Recent rainstorms have led to a mosquito population boom across the Phoenix area, but there are ways to protect yourself and your pets.

Lyme disease, which can cause heart and brain problems, isn't just a risk in rural areas - it's also found in urban parks ...