The Mediterranean recluse spider (Loxosceles rufescens) is a species of spider that originated in the Mediterranean region as ...

Although extremely rare, spider bites could lead to dangerous outcomes in the UK and, with more than 650 different species of ...

Spider bites are a common concern, especially for those spending time in gardens, garages, attics, or areas where spiders tend to hide. While most bites are harmless and cause only minor redness, ...

Summer is here, and so are the bugs. Every summer, insects and arachnids alike seem to come in swarms. Spending time outside during summer is one of the best parts of the season. While the weather may ...

Though they may be small and shy, brown recluse spiders can be dangerous if their bites go untreated. Like the vast majority of spider species in the U.S., brown recluses are venomous, and their bites ...

Carrie Madormo, RN, MPH, is a health writer. She has over a decade of experience as a registered nurse, practicing in a variety of fields, such as pediatrics, oncology, chronic pain, and public health ...