A female Anopheles albimanus mosquito is not only responsible for the spread of Malaria A female Anopheles albimanus mosquito is not only responsible for the spread of Malaria The new finding stems ...

CHICAGO (AP) _ Catnip, the stuff that drives cats wild, also appears to drive mosquitoes away, research suggests. Laboratory experiments at Iowa State University suggest that the oil in the catnip ...

DuPont is working on an insect repellent based on nepeta cataria–better known as catnip–and it’s the first new biopesticide to be registered by the company in eight years. It won’t get you high, but ...

Kitty heaven could be skeeter hell, and for humans this is probably a good thing. Catnip is making its case as nature's perfect elixir: Not only does it tickle feline fancies and ward off cockroaches, ...

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CHICAGO, August 27 — Researchers report that nepetalactone, the essential oil in catnip that gives the plant its characteristic odor, is about ten times more effective at repelling mosquitoes than ...

As spring blossoms across the country, the seasonal joy of warmer temperatures comes with an unwelcome guest – the persistent mosquito. These tiny intruders can quickly transform a perfect backyard ...

Mention DEET (chemical name, N,N-diethyl-meta-toluamide) in a crowded room, and you’re likely to hear a chorus of different opinions regarding its potential toxicity and health implications. Against a ...

As spring ushers in warmer weather and outdoor gatherings, homeowners face the perennial challenge of mosquito control. While traditional methods like fly swatters, citronella candles, and mosquito ...

The news is full of horror stories, including the spread of the West Nile Virus by mosquitoes. At the same time, a news item landed on my desk that seems to promise a simple, natural way to fend off ...

A new study suggests that increasing temperatures could diminish the effectiveness of natural insect repellents. Researchers found that when exposed to heat, a mosquito pain receptor known as TRPA1 ...

Trying to get rid of mosquitos feels like an endless battle in summer, and purchasing bottles of mosquito repellent can prove expensive over time. The good news is that it is simple to make your own ...