"Kissing bugs" might sound like they'd be cute and cuddly insect companions. But, in reality, they are blood-sucking pests infested with a parasite that can make you, your family, and your pets sick.

New studies of canine genetics shed light on the diversity of dogs and our longstanding, still-evolving relationship to them.

Environment often indicates culprit, not appearance of bug bite alone. Mosquito, flea and bed bug bites remain most common across California. Clean, avoid scratching and monitor bites for infection or ...