What’s worse than discovering a mosquito bite? Finding a tick burrowing in your skin. These ugly little parasites feed on the blood of humans and animals, spreading diseases where they munch—and ...

You probably won’t see a tick as it clings to a blade of grass, but it can see you. The tiny parasites are opportunists that spend their days waiting for humans, dogs, and other mammals to brush ...

This year's tick season has been extremely active, leading to a surge in ER visits because of tick bites, particularly in the Northeast. This year's figures are the highest since 2019, according to ...

Summer is tick season. That means increasing our vigilance, since ticks can transmit a large variety of pathogens while they are attached. Wearing protective gear is a great start. We especially like ...

This year's tick season has been extremely active, leading to a surge in ER visits because of tick bites, particularly in the Northeast. This year's figures are the highest since 2019, according to ...

Ticks should be removed with tweezers, grasping them close to the skin's surface. Pull upward with steady, even pressure to avoid leaving the tick's mouthparts embedded. Summer can be a popular time ...