If you’re desperately trying to avoid mosquitoes, the secret could be right at your feet.

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Researchers have found that mosquitoes – especially those infected with malaria – are attracted to stinky socks.

On the other hand, mosquitoes are actually repelled by clean socks that smell like detergent. (Los Angeles Times)

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