Though Lyme disease receives the most attention, there are numerous tick-borne illnesses that pose significant health risks. In fact, the United States is home to approximately 20, some of which can ...

What is Lyme disease? Lyme disease is a bacterial tick-borne disease that affects animals (dogs, horses, rarely cats) and ...

ROCKY HILL, Conn. (WFSB) - Experts are warning that tick populations could be on the rise in the coming weeks and months. Experts at the state Environmental Science and Forestry Lab say a lot of ...

This week, pediatricians at Penn State Health Children’s Hospital are seeing stomach bugs, upper respiratory infections and some COVID. This week, the providers at UPMC Children’s Community Pediatrics ...

are the bane of those who frequent the outdoors. They can render the glory of an outing in the woods or along a stream into an ordeal of serious illness, even death. All from a pinprick and the ...

Ticks don’t just go away in the winter. Ticks can be active anytime the temperature is above freezing, and research shows that tick-borne diseases are on the rise in people and dogs. According to the ...

When you spot a tick on your dog or cat, your first instinct may be to panic or feel squeamish. Next come the questions: How long do ticks live? Where do ticks come from? How can I protect my pet? If ...