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Chiggers – Parasitic Mites
The young of chigger mites prey on mammals and other animals. They occasionally bite humans, causing unbearably itchy lesions.
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Chiggers
Chiggers and the horrors they cause to mammals and reptiles. They have no natural enemies so take special care when traveling into the wooded areas of the Southern most states. Gives new meaning to the world's most annoying and unstoppable pest.
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Chigoe Flea – Tunga penetrans
Chigoe Fleas (Tunga penetrans) are unlike other familiar fleas because they burrow into the skin, causing pain and sometimes serious infection.
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Spring Cemetery Field Trips for Genealogists
Here's a bit of caution for spring cemetery sleuths. When looking for that missing bit of info on a gravestone, watch out for things that go bite in the weeds.
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LITTLE CRITTERS AT OUTDOOR CRAFT SHOWS
We crafters also have to be aware of the little critters. Whether an outdoor show is held on the asphalt or in a mowed field, you should go prepared for bugs. Mosquitoes, ants, flies, gnats and chiggers are the most common. So, insect repellent is an item to add to the supply check list.
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Best Vacuum Cleaners for Dust Allergies
Dust mites are microscopic creatures that cause sneezing, itchy eyes and stuffy noses for millions of people. Dust mites thrive in warm areas and they love carpets.
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Capillaria spp. – Tiny Worms
Capillaria hepatica lives in the liver; Capillaria philippinensis infests the intestine. Both are unusual but serious infections in humans.
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Catnip Oil Promising as Organic Insect Repellent
Think natural catnip is just for kitties? Catnip oil is not only a safe insect repellent, but may also be useful for natural termite control in the future.
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Honeybees and Varroa Mites
The varroa mite of honeybees sweeps through hives and kills bees. The parasite has spread from continent to continent.
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Modern Versions of Jack and the Beanstalk Story
Like many fairy and folk tales, Jack and the Beanstalk has seen many literary adaptations. Here are some novels arranged by children, young adult, and adult categories.
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More Companion Herb Planting to Repel Pests
Herbs have a positive impact on neighboring plants when planned as companion plants. These herb plants can do more than flavor dishes, they can repel deer and insects.
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Scrub Typhus Lowers HIV Virus Levels in AIDS Patients
Sometimes the strangest things are found in our world. Knowing that scrub typhus lowers HIV levels in AIDS patients may give new hope for treating and/or preventing HIV infections.
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Squirrel Affairs
To the delight of some residents, tree, ground and flying squirrels all find a home here in Pennsylvania. Trees and nuts are just part of the story behind these rodents.
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Tips for House Cleaning to Reduce Dust Allergies
Even clean houses have difficult to get rid of dust mites that cause allergic symptoms in sensitive people. Specific dust busting tips help to clear the environment.
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Aging With Grace as a Senior Singing Star
Lu Mitchell's song book is called Singing for her Sanity. Seniors and Boomers aren't the only ones who find sanity, and a few good laughs, in her songs.
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Can You Judge a Horse by His Coat?
Grooming benefits and health issues affecting your horse’s coat.

Demodex spp. – Face Mites
Demodex folliculorum and Demodex brevis live in hair follicles and sebaceous glands and usually do no harm. Many of us have these tiny skin parasites.
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Home Remedies for Ringworm in Cats
What is ringworm and how is it treated by veterinarians and natural therapists? Are home remedies safe or effective?
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Meeting Your Ancestors On The Road, Part II
Some of my own adventures on the road meeting my own ancestors.
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The Amazing Chrysanthemum
Mother nature has packed this reliable perennial garden choice with a cornucopia of uses ranging from herbal remedies to powerful insect killer.
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How to Get Rid of Fleas Naturally
Fleas in the home are notoriously difficult to control, especially when children and pets are involved. Natural cedar oil is an effective alternative to toxic pesticide.
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BEATING LABOR DAY BUGS
Basic bug avoidance for anglers
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Pinching Your Pennys... Pennyroyals, that is!
Some herbs provide their greatest benefit externally. Pennyroyal is one of those, and is one herb that's well known and loved by gardeners, pet lovers, and anyone who loves the outdoors in Spring. See why....
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From shampoo to whiskey, where English found its words
A brief look at the histories of several English words, from those native to English to those borrowed from around the world.
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The Secret Gardens of My Childhood
There is little that a child can control about their environmant - but that doesn't keep them from dreaming and trying. In fact there is much to be learned from the very imperfections of the gardens that fall short of our dreams.


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