When a mosquito pierces your skin, it does more than cause a fleeting moment of discomfort—it sets off a chain reaction within your body.

The NIH announced that it is launching a phase 2 human challenge trial of AV-1, an investigational monoclonal antibody to ...

Scratching a mosquito bite can offer a moment of bliss ... This induced a form of skin inflammation called allergic contact dermatitis, which is caused by contact with an allergen such as the oil in ...

USA TODAY spoke with Dr. Courtney Cotter, DO, an allergy and immunology doctor at Nationwide Children's Hospital, to break down everything you need to know about managing your mosquito bite.

Mosquito bites can turn a pleasant evening outdoors ... These can provide relief from the allergic reaction caused by mosquito saliva. Follow the recommended dosage and consult a healthcare ...

Scratching an itch is almost irresistible — even though it can make a problem worse. Now researchers have discovered a mechanism that explains the "itch-scratch cycle".

Much of this depends on climate patterns. “The warmer it is, the more pests will thrive and the more populations we’ll see,” says Emma Grace Crumbley, an entomologist with Mosquito Squad Plus, a pest ...

A woman has gone viral on social media after sharing the 'awful' experience she had at one of her friend's bachelorette ...

They described being relentlessly bitten, with some experiencing severe reactions to mosquito bites. For many, the discomfort and health risks associated with mosquito exposure outweigh the joys ...

For people with a mosquito bite allergy, also known as "skeeter syndrome," symptoms are more severe than the itchy red bump of a mosquito bite. They can include a rash, large areas of excessive ...

Here’s what should be in your first aid box and why these things are not just useful but essential: First things first: you need bandages and plasters. For cuts and scrapes around the house, these are ...

The NHS has been under pressure from a ‘quad-demic’ of seasonal illnesses this winter. If you find yourself unwell it can be ...