The Department of Health offers an online dashboard showing where ticks are prevalent to help people plan outdoor activities.

The Department of Animal Husbandry has announced a series of awareness programmes and preventive measures to commemorate ...

After a long winter, Michiganders are ready to spend time outdoors each summer, but there are plenty of things to watch out ...

Climate change is making tick-borne illnesses more common, which makes tick prevention strategies even more critical.

A warning has been issued to pet owners about a worrying trend which could make animals "seriously ill". Here's how you can ...

The conditions are perfect for fleas to thrive. But be careful about which treatments you use; experts warn there are some ...

Untreated fleas can be worrying for our pets and cause havoc in the home, but it is important that you research which ...

Thankfully, Powassan virus is still rare in Minnesota, but that is not the case for the deadliest creature on earth, which is found in abundance throughout the state. This year, experts say they are ...

Do butterflies bite? Also, find out whether caterpillars can bite. Do Butterflies Bite? No, butterflies do not bite. Butterflies do not have teeth or pincers, so they are unable to bite. Yet, if ...

With all this summer rain, mosquitoes aren’t just buzzing, they are thriving. This is nothing new, but if you’re wondering ...

A bite that carries more than just discomfort—a reminder of nature's unpredictable risks. There is no vaccine for ...

Pennsylvania recorded 16,620 lab-confirmed cases of Lyme disease last year, keeping the state among the top 10 in the nation ...