Dust mites are the scourge of allergy sufferers everywhere. They are microscopic insects, not detectable to the human eye, that feed on human and animal skin shedding. They breed prolifically, and ...

There are many ways to get rid of spider mites with common pesticides, but if you're interested in a DIY remedy for spider mites, you might want to consider thyme. Why thyme? It turns out the herb has ...

Eliminate fruit flies from your kitchen and drain. These cleaning tips and DIY solutions, including homemade traps and store-bought options, get the job done.

Keeping houseplants is a wholesome hobby that many adore. Having indoor plants can help improve our mental health by reducing our stress levels, improving our mood and even increasing our productivity ...

Allergies to things like cats and dust mites are tough to mitigate because the allergens can stick around long after the ...

Despite regular cleaning, bathrooms quickly accumulate dust due to various things, such as beauty products, bathroom ...

I am a 29-year-old woman, and I am concerned that I might have mites in my areola. I found one when I tried to squeeze what I thought was a whitehead and saw a demodex mite come out. My primary doctor ...

While ultraviolet (UV) light is harmful for human skin, it could be a new tool in the fight against airborne allergies. A ...

You wake up with unusual aches or pains: If you’ve had your mattress for a while and you begin waking up with new or ...

No rodent or bug infestation is fun, but there is one type that may rank as one of the worst — bed bugs. While they are tiny, these insects can cause big problems. While some people don’t react poorly ...

The influx of minute pirate bugs can be a painful nuisance at this time of year for humans due to their normal food sources becoming scarce.

DEAR HELOISE: Let’s please talk about how to cleanse animals that get skunked. I have seen people’s remedies for removing skunk odors from their animals. At best, most are iffy and take a long time to ...