FAIRFAX, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stinging insect activity rises in the summer along with the risks they pose to those who spend time outdoors. With more than half a million emergency room visits ...

Nobody likes getting stung by a bee, wasp or hornet, but for many of us, the risk is far greater than just temporary swelling, inflammation and pain. “Most of the time, the swelling is going to be ...

Stinging Insect Component Testing Combined with Interpretative Report Offers Enhanced Patient Management “Labcorp is the only reference laboratory to offer stinging insect (venom) component testing,” ...

A 63-year-old hiker has died after being attacked by "stinging insects" on a Hong Kong hiking trail. According to the South China Morning Post, the incident occurred on Tuesday afternoon when a party ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The weather in Washington is finally warming up, which means more people are seeking outdoor adventures to soak in the sun. But ...

aren’t the only critters with poison potential. Insects also evolved to use venom as a weapon for warding off attackers or immobilizing prey. But instead of using their fangs as a delivery device, ...

Grand Strand Beaches are cooler and less crowded now that the summer season has passed, but beachgoers lying out on the sand this fall might encounter some unwelcome companions. Biting bugs are common ...

LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Stinging Saddleback Caterpillars, known for their unique look and venomous spines, are popping up across our area. If you see one of the caterpillars, you're not going to ...