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Lemon Eucalyptus Oil Effective as Tick-Repellent Fabric Spray, Study Shows

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A new study shows that a spray repellent made from lemon eucalyptus oil strongly repels blacklegged ticks (Ixodes scapularis)and American dog ticks (Dermacentor variabilis, show here) when applied to common clothing fabrics, performing as well as DEET and remaining effective for several days. (Photo by Gary Alpert, Harvard University, Bugwood.org) By John P. Roche, Ph.D. … Read more

Zika Virus Alters Human Skin Odor to Attract Mosquitoes and Boost Transmission

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Zika Virus Hijacks‍ Human Skin to Attract Mosquitoes, Boosting Its Spread A groundbreaking study has revealed that the Zika virus (ZIKV) manipulates human skin to make it more appealing to⁢ mosquitoes, enhancing its own transmission.Published in the journal Communications Biology, the ⁤research highlights how the virus alters the biology of its host to ensure⁤ its … Read more