Buggin’ out? There’s a hot new way to stop the itch. Powered by your smartphone, the pocket-sized gadget skips creams and chemicals in favor of heat to soothe insect bites. The Post spoke with Dr.

Our editors recommend shopping these bug repelling alternatives instead.

Mosquitoes are a common summertime nuisance. Effective mosquito repellent options include sprays and bracelets. After-bite remedies like Benadryl and Cortizone can provide relief. A variety of ...

When it comes to battling mosquitoes, tons of people go for bug zappers to give those pesky blood suckers the fate they deserve — over 1.75 million of these devices are sold each year in the U.S. But ...

Bug zappers kill beneficial insects but do not reduce mosquito populations. Pollinators and decomposers like moths and beetles suffer from light traps. Chemical repellents remain more effective for ...