As far as dangers in the outdoors go, getting a few chigger bites isn’t exactly on par with stumbling upon a hornet’s nest or, say, a bear. Yet for those who have had the misfortune of meeting these ...

The importance of being able to identify and treat bug bites and stings can not be understated. They can range from minor nuisances to medical emergencies requiring immediate attention, health experts ...

Select independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more. While they may vary in their exact symptoms, bug bites tend to be ...

As the weather warms up, few of us can resist a nice evening walk through the park, or a trip to the countryside to immerse ourselves in natural surroundings. The summer can be wonderful, but all too ...

Summer is on its way, which, without proper prevention techniques, can mean bug bites. Itchy, red bumps are a problem that can be caused by bites from mosquitoes, chiggers, fleas, bedbugs or a host of ...

Along with rising temperatures and spring showers, insects like mosquitoes make their debut in Florida this time of year. Follow these five tips to treat itchy mosquito bites this season, plus learn ...

As the weather warms up, few of us can resist a nice evening walk through the park or a trip to the countryside to immerse ourselves in natural surroundings. It’s common to notice a sudden itch or ...

NBC medical contributor Dr. Natalie Azar joins TODAY to tackle the topic of summer bug bites. She shares advice on identifying bug bites from mosquitoes and ticks, how to treat yourself when you’ve ...

As if all the biting bugs that are visible to the naked eye weren’t nuisance enough during the summer, the tiny chigger is nearly impossible to spot and produces giant welts that are maddeningly itchy ...

Mosquitoes live for only a few weeks, but in that time, they can do a lot of damage. The mosquito is considered the world’s deadliest animal, killing more people per year than any other creature, ...

Chigger bites can resemble other insect bites but tend to itch more intensely. Here’s more about how they look, what to do if ...

For skin irritation, the CDC recommends applying anti-itch cream to the affected areas. To treat the general infestation, ...