(NEXSTAR) – Tick activity has been high so far this year, with emergency department visits sparked by the pests reaching levels we haven’t seen in a decade. The same tick that can cause the latter ...

The other day I went to my favorite local shoe store to buy a new pair of sneakers. As I lifted my pant leg in front of the salesperson, I was embarrassed to see a tick crawling on my shin. “Oh, no,” ...

Think ticks are limited to rural areas and the wilderness? Think again. By Remy Tumin Blanket. Snacks. Drinks. Sunscreen. Tick check? A summer picnic in a city park or other activities in urban green ...

Tick season got off to an early and strong start this year. This spring, emergency room visits for tick bites in the United States surged to the highest levels seen in nearly a decade, according to ...

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MADISON, Wis. -- Wisconsin's high levels of tick activity can be largely attributed to young deer ticks, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services said Wednesday. The newest data released by the DHS ...

WASHINGTON (AP) — It’s common knowledge that ticks can spread infections that cause serious illnesses, including Lyme disease. Now health officials are trying to raise awareness of a lesser-known ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. WASHINGTON — It’s common knowledge that ticks can spread infections that cause serious illnesses, including Lyme ...

Late spring and early summer are historically the worst months for tick bites in North Carolina. Common tick species in the state include the Lone Star, American Dog, and Blacklegged ticks. Tick-borne ...

Warmer weather means more time outdoors with picnics, hikes, swimming and exploring with family and pets, but preparing for outdoor activities isn't complete without protecting against ticks. Ticks ...