Did you know some insect bites can be life-threatening? Discover the seven most dangerous insects, their effects on the human ...

It can be distressing to wake up with a mysterious swollen red rash on your ankle. Could that rash be an insect bite? And what kind of bug bit you? The answers aren't so easy to figure out. Even for ...

You can use anti-itch creams and antihistamines to help treat bug bites and stings at home. Identifying the type of bite or sting is important for choosing the best treatment. Insect repellents, such ...

As a new app is launched to provide first-aid advice for venomous bites and stings, a reptile expert urges people to learn ...

A bee sting is pretty straightforward, right? The bee jabs, the human victim (the stingee, if you will) shouts a profanity or ...

A cold compress is an effective way to numb pain and reduce swelling from insect bites. The cold constricts blood vessels, minimizing inflammation around the bite site. Wrap ice cubes in a cloth or ...

People often compare sting stories because these encounters leave a vivid memory. A small insect can create a sharp jolt, and the discomfort varies from quick irritation to hours of throbbing pain.