Changes to forests, and how close people and their livestock live to them, have changed tick habitats and the risks humans face of Lyme disease and other illnesses.

If you've got pets that spend any time outside or if you spend any time outside you've got to be careful and on the lookout for ticks.

Before going for a hike or hitting a park this summer, here’s what you need to know about ticks — and the diseases they carry ...

There are a few safe ways to dispose of a tick. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendations include drowning it in alcohol or wrapping it tightly in tape. Don’t crush it with your ...

As a kid, I remember running around the woods for hours, following in my grandfather’s footsteps as we inspected trees, admired ...

Check. Trusty, durable leash? Check. You're set for a great outdoor adventure (even if it's a trip to the local park or a ...

Have you seen more ticks than usual lately in Delaware? You're not alone. Here's what's up with the state's tick population ...

Rates of tick bite-associated visits to emergency departments are slightly up from last year at 79 visits for tick bites per 10,000 ED visits.

Researchers say they’re seeing more ticks throughout Pennsylvania this year. The Pennsylvania Tick Research Lab recorded ...

Spotting a tick in your dog's fur can be alarming, but removing it properly is crucial to prevent infections and other ...

Veterinarians are reporting an increase in ticks on animals compared to past years, serving as a reminder to check pets after ...

She said pet parents should check between the toes and paws, along with ears, and if you have a fluffy dog, to really look closely. “Our ticks harbor a lot of disease; they carry bacteria ...