Mosquito repellent plants are garden heroes: colorful flowers and herbs with natural fragrances that chase away buzzing insects even as their perfumes soothe humans. The first step in your plan to ...

The plant most commonly sold in nurseries as the citrosa or mosquito plant is a lemon-scented geranium. The lemony essential ...

When it comes to mosquito repellent, there are several essential oils that are known to be effective. These include citronella, lemon eucalyptus, lavender, peppermint, and tea tree oil.

These compounds disrupt the growth and reproduction of mosquitoes, effectively reducing their populations. Neem oil, in particular, is recognised for its insect-repelling properties, making it a ...

As mosquitoes and mosquito-borne illnesses like dengue fever spread across the world, researchers say that a key strategy to prevent these illnesses may be dissuading the insects from biting their ...

HOUSTON — Dr. John Wolf, professor of dermatology at Baylor College of Medicine, shares how to keep mosquitoes at bay and what works best to repel them from your skin.

Wiping down tables and countertops, dusting regularly, and vacuuming floors are important preventative measures. Dirty dishes ...

Mosquitoes cannot transmit HIV as they lack the biological mechanisms for the virus to survive or replicate within their bodies. Instead, they spread other serious diseases like malaria and dengue ...

It’s always worth having a supply of fresh herbs on your windowsill or in your garden. The flavours they give to food are heavenly and they add a touch of summer freshness to whatever dish you’re ...