Healthbeat reports tick populations are rising in the Northeast, raising tick-borne disease risks. Here’s how to stay safe.

The Vermilion County Health Department is warning residents that they have recently received several reported cases of Lyme ...

Ticks can be active in any season and it's important to check for and remove the bloodsuckers as quickly as possible — ...

Lyme disease plus alpha-gal syndrome and tick paralysis pose serious health risks, say experts. Here's what to know.

New CDC data shows tick-borne diseases have quadrupled in 20 years. Learn essential prevention tips and early warning signs to protect your family.

Nationwide, ticks are most active during the warmer months of spring, summer and early fall, though they can be active year-round as long as the the temperature is above freezing, according to the ...

“It can be tricky because some of the ticks, like deer ticks, are really tiny and almost impossible to find on your dog’s hairs,” Dr. Rachel Meyer, an emergency vet at MedVet Chicago, said.

The Illinois Department of Public Health is urging the public to learn how to protect themselves from ticks and the illnesses they cause. Doctors say it can take days and even weeks for symptoms ...

Finding a tick early and removing it within 36 hours is key to reducing the risk of infection. Tick prevention and awareness is crucial during the warmer months but necessary year round.

With warm weather taking over Illinois, tick season is beginning to take place across the state. There are a number of tick species found in Illinois, with the Illinois Department of Public Health ...