Chagas disease, a parasitic illness spread by "kissing bugs", is becoming more prevalent in the US, with human cases confirmed in at least eight states and the kissing bug found in 32 states, ...

Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO Bug bites that become infected may develop symptoms like warmth, redness, swelling, and pain. Though you may need treatment, infections from bug bites are ...

If you spend time in nature, it's important to understand how to identify tick bites. This guide will help you understand the symptoms.

On warm summer nights in Louisiana, constantly swatting at pesky mosquitoes and itching bites can easily make your mood turn sour. Mosquitoes are often a significant problem during warmer months in ...

“Most people living with Chagas disease are unaware of their diagnosis, often until it’s too late to have effective treatment," an infectious disease expert said Kimberlee Speakman is a digital writer ...

As temperatures rise and outdoor activities increase, medical experts are warning about a surge in dangerous bug bites and stings. While most encounters with insects result in minor irritation, some ...

It can be jarring to discover you have a new bug bite, let alone several bug bites. And if it doesn’t look like you’re dealing with mosquito bites, it’s fair to wonder if you could have bed bug or ...

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A parasitic disease called Chagas may be establishing itself in the United States, and the “kissing bugs” that cause the illness are known to live in Ohio, according to a ...

There's no shortage of illness swirling on a daily basis, but warm weather and travels brings in a slew of insect-borne diseases. From babesiosis to malaria to Lyme disease, it's always worth ...

The first case of Oropouche virus, or "sloth fever," has been reported in Jefferson County.Louisville Metro Department of Health and Wellness announced Wednesday that a Jefferson County resident was ...

Environment often indicates culprit, not appearance of bug bite alone. Mosquito, flea and bed bug bites remain most common across California. Clean, avoid scratching and monitor bites for infection or ...