3 Most Common Summer Pests

Missy Henriksen with the NPMA discusses the three most common pests encountered in the summer: mosquitoes, ants, and ticks.

How to Apply Insect Repellent

Watch this short video to learn the proper way to apply insect repellent when spending time outdoors.

Bed Bug Tips | Consumer Reports

These pests are more common than you think. Consumer Reports’ expert explains how you can protect yourself against a bed bug infestation.

Tick Latching onto Clothing

Watch as a tick latches onto clothing.

Here’s How That Annoying Fly Dodges Your Swatter | Deep Look

A fly has a pair of tiny, dumbbell-shaped limbs called halteres that were once a second pair of wings. They wield them to make razor-sharp turns and land out of reach on your ceiling. But don't despair – there *is* a trick to smacking these infuriating insects.

Tick Questing

Watch as a tick quests, meaning it holds onto leaves, grass and other objects with their third and fourth pair of legs

Medical Minute: Lyme Disease & COVID-19

Tick-borne Lyme disease and COVID-19 present similar symptoms, but with two key differences. Prompt and accurate diagnosis is essential to recovery from both diseases, so it's important to know the signs of each.