Getting a bug bite can be a concerning experience, especially if you dont know what type of tiny creature left you with that red, throbbing welt on your skin. Dont panic most bug bites and stings from ...

SPARTANBURG, SC (WSPA) – Bites from wasps, spiders, ants and ticks can be painful, but they can also be dangerous and even life-threatening. Over-the-counter painkillers and hydrocortisone cream can ...

WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - Bug bites and stings are a routine part of summer, especially during outdoor activities like hiking, gardening, or spending time in the backyard. While most cause only mild ...

This video examines what happens when an assassin bug bites a human. Assassin bugs inject enzyme-rich saliva designed to ...

Walking barefoot, waving your hands while talking, sipping soda - you might not notice the bee or wasp nearby until you get stung. Ow. The venom these creatures inject into your skin not only hurts a ...

None of us go unscathed when it comes to the discomforts that come with enjoying the outdoors during the summer. Whether you're camping, frolicking at the beach or gardening in your backyard, a day of ...

It can be jarring to discover you have a new bug bite, let alone several bug bites. And if it doesn’t look like you’re dealing with mosquito bites, it’s fair to wonder if you could have bed bug or ...

Nobody likes getting stung by a bee, wasp or hornet, but for many of us, the risk is far greater than just temporary swelling, inflammation and pain. “Most of the time, the swelling is going to be ...

Although most bug bites and stings are harmless, some can be dangerous. This is especially true if you are allergic to the bug’s venom, or if the bug is carrying a disease. “Most bug bites and stings ...

With most insect stings and some bites, the biggest concern is an allergic reaction soon afterward, say experts such as Mike Merchant, Texas A&M extension urban entomologist, and Karen Houpt, ...

In Louisiana, pesky bug bites are far too common — even into fall and sometimes winter. There’s no escaping mosquitoes. Even a cold winter won’t keep the stinging, biting creatures away for long.

If you’re planning a venture into the lush, balmy landscapes of Florida, be prepared to meet some of the state’s tiny terrors. From stealthy mosquitoes to feisty fire ants, these creatures can quickly ...