ST. LOUIS — If you always seem to be the one covered in itchy red mosquito bites while your friends remain untouched, you’re not imagining it. Research shows that about 20% of people consistently ...

For starters, a mosquito can transmit pathogens at the probing stage, which happens before it starts feeding. "It kind of ...

If you feel like you’re always getting swarmed by mosquitoes, maybe more than others, it’s not just bad luck. Mosquitoes make choices, and they’re guided by your scent, your breath, and even your ...

Here’s an itchy fact: Hungry female mosquitoes are often called “flying syringes.” This tiny tormentor has an exceptional sense of smell; after they sniff out a blood meal, they can triple their ...

If you love spending time in Michigan's great outdoors during summer, you may fall prey to insect bites. The itchy welts can be a real nuisance, especially if you don't know what insect bit you. While ...

Evolutionary biologists have long believed that the human-biting mosquito, Culex pipiens form molestus,evolved from the bird-biting form, Culex pipiens form pipiens, in subways and cellars in northern ...

These warm summer days can offer a lot of outdoor fun -- but can come with some pesky trouble. People dealing with spider or mosquito bites often find it hard to tell the difference. And it's ...

Common insect bites can come from mosquitoes, chiggers and no-see-ums. Experts outline key ways to figure out which insect bite you have. Treatment for these insect bites is the same: topical or oral ...