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Bug bites create tiny openings in your skin that can let in dangerous bacteria
Kissing bugs are insects that can carry a dangerous parasite that causes Chagas disease
Some bites are nothing more than itchy — others can put you at risk for disease
From bug bites and blisters to sunstroke and swimming safety, here’s how to stay well this season
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Using blunt-tipped tweezers, pull the critter up gently to remove it from your kid’s skin and then bag it to take to a healthcare provider for identification
Poisons are inhaled, ingested or absorbed by your skin, while venoms are delivered by bites and stings
Simple solutions to handle backyard encounters with some of nature’s smallest critters
Studies show the insect repellent is safe and effective at preventing insect-borne illness
Bed bug bites often occur on the exposed parts of your skin while you sleep
Here’s when to worry about these creepy crawlers
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