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Through that work, Leal said he and other scientists have never found a product more long-lasting and overall effective at warding off mosquitoes than DEET.

As public attention increases, researchers have the dual task of building better evidence and warding off misconceptions.

She started seeing a therapist who introduced her to new coping mechanisms like taking space when she needed it, meditation and warding off overwhelming feelings.

“We will be attacked,” said Mr. Regul, who leads the team responsible for warding off cyberthreats against this year’s Summer Games in Paris.

Then it was back to picking up and placing more stones — my blood was pumping, warding off the chill that whipped off Bellingham Bay.