Insect bites are commonly blamed on a spider bite, but the truth is that most bites are not caused by spiders. Unlike chiggers which feast on the skin, or mosquitoes, that suck the blood, spiders do not see humans as food. They rarely bite and will usually retreat quickly to avoid an encounter with a...

Summertime is full of outdoor activities, such as camping, hiking and picnics. It is also a time when insect bites are more prevalent. Kids spend more time outdoors in the summer and insect bites are a frequent summertime problem for parents. They sometimes go unnoticed by the parent and the child, until the next day,...