As temperatures rise and Texans spend more time outdoors, the risk of tick bites increases across the state. It’s important ...

Tick bites are are on the rise this and they can carry some nasty illnesses. Which are most common depends where you live.

“Which is kind of alarming,” said LaDeau, a disease ecologist at the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies who studies the ...

As the warm weather brings more people outdoors, health experts are raising concerns about the increasing risk of tick-borne ...

A mixture of clove bud oil and water can be an effective tick repellent. You can also make a thyme and citronella combination ...

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is reporting the first detection of the Asian longhorned tick (ALHT) in the state. Two ALHT nymphs were found ...

As temperatures rise and climate patterns shift, the tick season starts earlier, lasts longer, and reaches places it hasn’t before, including right in your backyard.

After removing the tick, thoroughly clean the area and your hands with rubbing alcohol or soap and water. Never crush a tick with your fingers. Dispose of a live tick by putting it in alcohol, placing ...

Virginia has reported a dramatic spread in tick-borne illnesses in suburban neighborhoods. It's expected to get worse.

Have you seen more ticks than usual lately in Delaware? You're not alone. Here's what's up with the state's tick population and how you can stay safe.

The right way to remove a tick from you or your dog Grasp the tick with fine-tipped tweezers as close to the skin as possible. If tweezers are not available and you must use your fingers ...

Stay calm, and then safely remove the tick. “The best way to do that is with a pair of fine-tipped tweezers,” said Wood. Grasp the tick as close to the skin as possible — trying not to ...