# Bug Repellent: Keep Them Away Naturally **By Paula Gallagher** ยท 2011-05-24 It's that time of year again. Rain and warm weather bring out mosquitoes and black flies. These pesky insects can bring on itching, swelling, and worse disease. Please read [last year's blog](https://www.myvillagegreen.com/blog/archives/2010/07/01/bug-bite-relief/) about natural insect repellent. It has great information about making your own insect repellent. If you want something a little easier, call Village Green Apothecary at 1-800-869-9159 and ask Phyllis what we have available for your bug repellent needs. **Tags:** bugs, Category_Body Care & Beauty, Category_Health Concerns, insect repellent, west nile virus --- > Source: [Village Green Apothecary](https://myvillagegreen.com/blogs/post/bug-repellent-keep-them-away-naturally)