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fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

I Searched High and Low for This Magical Relief From Itcing Bug Bites. There Was One Easy Way to Track It Down.

I lived among North American mosquitoes for the first 35 years of my life, which would sometimes cause bites about the size of the pad of my pinkie finger. They might've stuck around for a week or so, but they were manageable. All I had to do was try not to scratch, slap some calamine lotion on if it got really uncomfortable, and carry on with my life.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
US news

Ant no stopping us now: insect with potent bite continues march across US

Awareness of Asian needle ant stings is increasing, despite their non-aggressive nature, due to potential life-threatening allergic reactions.
fromMail Online
3 months ago
US news

Warning as venomous insect imported from China invades 19 US states

Asian needle ants are spreading in the US, causing health risks due to their venomous stings.
Officials are alarmed by the increasing presence of Asian needle ants across multiple states.
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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago

This Invasive Ant's Sting Is like Fiberglass under the Skin. Here's How to Avoid It

The Asian needle ant is not a new invasive species but can cause severe allergic reactions, making awareness crucial.
Increased summer activity leads to more encounters with the Asian needle ant, prompting warnings due to its painful sting.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

'My peanut allergy nearly killed me - now I eat them every day for breakfast'

"I knew I was in trouble after one bite. Within seconds there were spots on my lips. Within minutes I was vomiting."
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