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Colorado reports first West Nile virus death of 2025 as health officials issue "simple, effective steps" for anyone spending time outdoors

By Julia Clarke published

State health officials urge the public to practice prevention against the mosquito-borne disease

Hiking Safety
A woman applies mosquito spray to her hands during hiking

Mythbusting: do citrus-based plants really repel mosquitoes?

By Charlie Lyon published

Citronella, lemon eucalyptus, bog myrtle – is rubbing the oil of these zesty plants on your skin really going to keep biting bugs at bay?

Safety Gear
A mosquito on a person's skin

"Take precautions now" – Coloradans warned as West Nile Virus makes an early appearance in 2024

By Julia Clarke published

2023 saw the state's worst year for West Nile virus in 20 years

Health & Fitness
A mosquito on a person's skin

Hikers warned as mosquitoes kill 48 in Colorado this year

By Julia Clarke published

2023 is now officially the second deadliest year for the mosquito-borne virus

Wildlife Encounters
One male portrait with fly net over head looking up at numerous flies circling his head in an arid area at dusk

Mosquito head net vs insect repellent for hiking

By Julia Clarke published

Should you ditch the DEET for a crime of fashion? We compare mosquito head nets vs insect repellents to help you make up your mind

Safety Gear
Man scratching neck in the woods while woman applies bug spray to his arm

How to avoid bug bites and stings on the trail

By Sian Lewis last updated

Keep yourself off the menu for mosquitoes, midges, ticks and other creepy crawlies when hiking and camping

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A mosquito on a person's skin

How to avoid mosquito bites: keep biting bugs at bay

By Julia Clarke last updated

From repellents to clothing, our best practices for how to avoid mosquito bites will keep you comfortable at camp

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