13 h. ago Insect bite heat pen is a 'life saver' for travelling as it 'stops itching immediately'

'Amazing little tool which works very effectively and the ONLY thing that takes away the itch completely!'

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1 week ago Mosquito, tick or other insect bite? How to tell the difference and treat them

Experts say informed action can be the difference between a simple, itchy nuisance and a major medical emergency

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1 week ago From mosquitoes to ticks: How to identify and treat different insect bites

Experts say informed action can be the difference between a simple, itchy nuisance and a major medical emergency

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2 w. ago Ant no stopping us now: insect with potent bite continues march across US

Experts say Asian needle ant ‘not especially dangerous’ but warn some people have gone into anaphylaxisLast year, Dan Suiter, a professor of urban entomology at the University of Georgia, received at least three calls from people who had been stung by an Asian needle ant – or knew someone who had been – and went into anaphylaxis, an allergic reaction that can be life-threatening.While there is no new evidence on the continued spread of the ants in the US – detected now in 20 US states – Suiter and his colleagues are determined to raise public awareness of the risks the species poses. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago 'Even my kids stopped saying "I'm bored" on this school trip for families'

Fun for hall in Shropshire - Rachel Swabey goes back to the 16th century for perfect family break, which is great for families who love getting active together and exploring a bit of the UK countryside

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3 w. ago 90s pop star opens up on health scare after mistaking skin cancer for insect bite

Natasha Hamilton is now cancer-free after a worrying diagnosis.

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3 w. ago Donald Trump travel ban LIVE: President stops people from 12 countries visiting US

Donald Trump has resurrected a hallmark policy of his first term, announcing a complete ban on citizens from multiple countries from entering the US - and has placed restrictions on others

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