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How Does DEET Work? Study Says It Confuses Insects

AP | By MALCOLM RITTER | Posted 11.21.2011

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NEW YORK -- For almost 50 years, people have used insect repellents containing DEET. But scientists still argue about how the stuff works. Does it dr...

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Natural Insect Repellents

Posted 10.22.2011

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From Annie B. Bond with The Daily Green: Whether you make homemade insect repellents or buy a safe brand, you can enjoy the outdoors without worryi...

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Does Bug Spray Do More Harm Than Good?

John Whyte, M.D., MPH | Posted 09.28.2011

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John Whyte, M.D., MPH

Protecting yourself from bites is important, but if the repellent annoys the mosquito, have you ever wondered if it can also hurt you?

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Take a Simple Nutrient? Improve Gulf War Syndrome

Dr. Walter Crinnion | Posted 09.14.2011

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Dr. Walter Crinnion

Those vets with this set of health problems -- often referred to as "Gulf War Illness" -- have not been improving since the end of their service. And their symptoms picture is shared by many others who never served in the military.

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Keeping the Skeeters Off

Bill Chameides | Posted 07.04.2011

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Bill Chameides

The fight against mosquito bites can take many forms, from the myriad sartorial options available (for the fashion-challenged) to the stuff you spray or smooth on to your skin. But which are the safest?

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Don't Let Dengue Fever Take a Bite Out of Your Key West Vacation

Amber DeGrace | Posted 05.25.2011

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Amber DeGrace

Be wary of the mosquitoes but don't let them scare you off because you'll be missing out on a bounty full of beauty and many friendly island characters.

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The Hidden Cost of the Gulf War

Eric Margolis | Posted 05.25.2011

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Eric Margolis

While US casualties in Iraq appear relatively low -- 4,100 dead and 35,000 wounded -- the real health costs of Iraq will, as in the case of the First Gulf War, not be known for years.

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DEET-Free Natural Insect Repellents

TheDailyGreen.com | Brian Clark Howard | Posted 05.25.2011

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To many, biting insects are the very definition of annoying. Plus, mosquitoes and ticks can sometimes carry diseases, from Lyme disease to West Nile v...

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Toxic Bug Spray, Better Alternatives

The Daily Green | Posted 05.25.2011

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Dear EarthTalk: Is it true that the DEET used in most mosquito repellents is toxic? If so what problems does it cause? And what are some non-toxic alt...

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