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Scratching that bug bite might feel good at first but science explains why it’s a bad idea

Scratching that bug bite might feel good at first but science explains why it’s a bad idea

July 7, 2026

7 July 2026

Scratching that bug bite might feel good at first but science explains why it's a bad idea

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