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DEET, developed by the United States Army in 1946 and approved for general use in 1957, is the active ingredient in most mosquito repellents. Although a 1998 review by the EPA concluded that using DEET has no harmful effects, some consumers would prefer a natural alternative to this synthetic chemical. There are several natural mosquito repellents available in the marketplace. But which …
Adding a new weapon to the fight against insect-borne illnesses like Lyme disease and malaria, the Environmental Protection Agency on Monday approved a new chemical that both repels and kills ticks and mosquitoes. The chemical, nootkatone, an oil found in cedar trees and grapefruits, is so safe that it is used by the food and perfume industries. Nootkatone is considered …
Nothing ruins your time outdoors more than a swarm of bloodthirsty mosquitoes. Not only are they a nuisance to you, your family, and pets, mosquitoes can also transmit various diseases. We’ll provide you with a complete step by step guide to controlling mosquitoes and taking back your yard. Add in some extra precautions, like using the proper repellents, and you …
Insect repellents can keep biting mosquitoes at bay but they’ve got to be used correctly. Dr Cameron Webb (NSW Health Pathology/University of Sydney)), Author provided Cameron Webb, University of Sydney First one, then another. Bite! Slap! Bite! Before you know it, mosquitoes are descending from the skies to disrupt your backyard summer soiree. How can such a tiny, fragile insect …
While the internet is full of useful information, there does seem to be information out there that is not particularly accurate when it comes to avoiding mosquito bites. In this post, we examine some tips that have been suggested for mosquito control that are not actually effective. One question that comes up often is: Do dryer sheets repel mosquitoes? Unfortunately, as …
The short answer is Yes and No. Bug zappers undoubtedly do kill a lot of insects. Unfortunately, the vast majority are not mosquitoes. Even worse many of the insects they indiscriminately kill are beneficial. How Do Bug Zappers Work? Standard bug zappers attract insects using ultraviolet light. The insects are then electrocuted when they land on an electrified mesh screen. …