Lyme disease gets a lot of attention, but as there's been an uptick in deer tick numbers over the years, another illness has ...

Despite a chilly start to the week, warmer weather is on the way and that means more people will be getting outside. That ...

Ticks, mosquitoes and chiggers are among the most common biting insects found outdoors in Missouri. Missouri is home to venomous spiders, including the brown recluse and black widow, whose bites ...

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCT) — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services urges North Carolinians to “Fight the Bite” to reduce the risk of tick and mosquito borne diseases.

Mosquitoes, a seasonal nuisance, can be controlled by eliminating standing water and using repellents. Ticks, active throughout most of the year, pose a health risk due to their ability to ...

But now that spring is here, their activity is ramping up. Common outdoor creepy crawlies in Missouri can include ticks, mosquitoes and chiggers. There are some venomous spiders and other insects ...