Identify bed bug infestations, explore effective treatments, and learn how long bed bugs can survive without feeding. Get expert tips for a bed bug-free home....
Bug Bites
Wolf spider bites rarely cause harm. Learn how to identify, treat, and prevent bites, and know when to seek medical help....
Flea bites cause discomfort and health risks. Learn effective prevention and treatment strategies for both humans and pets....
Fleas can jump into ears, causing itching, discomfort & potential infections if left untreated. Learn the symptoms, risks & how to safely remove fleas....
Learn about green hornet stings, including the severe pain, swelling, and itching. Discover first aid, remedies, and when to seek emergency care for allergic reaction....
Red ants symbolize community, patience, discipline and foresight in various spiritual traditions and myths. Learn about the deeper wisdom red ants can share....
Skeeter syndrome causes large, swollen welts from mosquito bite allergies. See pictures to identify severe reactions and learn about causes, symptoms, treatment....
Essential oils like lavender, tea tree, peppermint and eucalyptus can help ease the pain, inflammation, itching and swelling caused by fire ant bites....
Learn why most bees don't sting including male bees, orchid bees, and stingless bees. Get tips on bee sting treatment and avoiding stings from female worker bees....
Learn how to spot tiny tick bugs that bite humans, safely remove embedded ticks, identify species, and get medical care for potential Lyme disease or infections....
AfterBite is a topical treatment that provides relief from pain, itching and swelling caused by insect bites and stings. Learn how it works and how to use it....
Ticks can be difficult to identify, but common look-alikes include spider beetles, fleas, bed bugs, scabies mites, and bird/rodent mites. Learn tick differences to know real disease risks....
Research shows bee allergy has a hereditary component. Genetic and ethnic factors influence bee venom allergy risk. Tips to prevent and treat bee sting reactions....
Living with lupus comes with challenges. Read uplifting words of support and encouragement for those with lupus. Stay positive, pace yourself, find joy in each day....
A pint of ice cream has about 473 grams total. A serving is 1/2 cup or 68 grams. Compare calories and gram weights to keep portion sizes in check....
Using alcohol to treat bee stings is ineffective and dangerous. Learn why it exacerbates reactions and when to seek emergency care for signs of anaphylaxis....
Bleaching causes permanent chemical changes to hair color and structure. Learn why it damages hair, how to prevent it, and what makes it different than physical changes....
A thoughtful dialogue exploring the current abilities of chatbots like ChatGPT, as well as their limitations, and how they should be used responsibly....
This guide explains mason wasp behavior - including signs of aggression, situations that provoke stinging, and how to prevent conflicts with this relatively docile insect....
Bunions in children can cause pain and affect mobility. Understanding the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options, both nonsurgical and surgical, is key for care....
Butter significantly increases the calorie count in mashed potatoes. A 100g serving of plain mash has 70-94 calories, while adding 1-2 tbsp butter ups calories to 170-294....
Hanging spider drawings depict imaginative spiders suspended in mid-air. Learn about the history, meaning, visual elements, styles, techniques, and influential artists....
Learn how to identify, harvest, and consume different varieties of acorn nuts. Includes tips on gathering ripe acorns from oak trees and using them in recipes....
Chigger season in Texas typically starts in spring and lasts through late summer, with peak activity in May, June and July. Learn how to identify bites and prevent misery....
