Ticks can be active in any season and it’s important to check for and remove the bloodsuckers as quickly as possible — ...

Experts across the country are worried that tick populations might be on the rise, something that has Heather Mohr a little ...

So far in 2025, more than 31% of the ticks tested in New York were positive for at least one pathogen, according to the ...

Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that can strike if an infected tick bites you. These tiny critters—which look like black or dark brown sesame seeds—have vampire-like tendencies.

Grasp the tick as close to the skin's surface as possible using clean fine-tipped tweezers. If fine-tipped tweezers are not ...

With the right preventative care, you can protect your puppy from suffering the health issues that fleas and tick bites cause ...

The first new invasive tick to be found in the U.S. in 50 years, the critters may be able to spread disease and are found in nine states.

Dr. Jana Watts offers tip for saying safe this summer from illness and injury and knowing where to go for help if something ...

Blood-sucking ticks are gross and can carry a variety of diseases. But how do you protect yourself against ticks? And why do ...

Ticks can be active in any season, and it’s important to check for and remove the bloodsuckers as quickly as possible — ...

With nicer weather, more people are likely to spend time in nature — which could mean being bitten by a tick. There are some simple preventative steps to take, like wearing bug repellent; tucking your ...

From June 2 to 8 this year, there were 64 tick bite visits per 10,000 visits. In a similar period in 2024, that rate was 54 visits per 10,000. The rate has come down from the week prior, from May 26 ...