Some people feel like they are so-called "mosquito magnets" because they seem to get more than their fair share of bites. There are many popular theories for why someone might be a preferred snack, ...

Now mosquito magnets like Zarins are helping scientists pinpoint what entices these thirsty bloodsuckers. Along the way, there’s new hope for relief. More than just a nuisance, mosquitoes can carry ...

Mosquitos can carry some dangerous diseases, including malaria, recently rediscovered in Florida. Whether you are a target of those pesky insects may depend on an odd array of factors including your ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." For as long as I can remember, I have been prone to large, itchy, irritating mosquito bites. My husband ...

Mosquitoes are one of the few insects to evolve a taste for human blood — an incredibly protein-rich meal. “When they bite, it’s uncomfortable cause there’s an irritation associated with the biting of ...