Ticks and the diseases they carry are only becoming more common. But new treatments and vaccines might not be too far off.

As you spend more time outside and in nature, it’s important to be aware of your surroundings. While ticks might look like ...

Once you’ve removed the tick, pay attention to any symptoms that might suggest Lyme disease, especially if you live in a Lyme disease-prone state like Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, New Jersey ...

We put four sprays, two lotions, and two lines of insect shielding clothes to the test to find the best tick repellents.

Ticks can be active in any season and experts say it’s important to check for and remove the bloodsuckers as quickly as ...

Ticks are spreading outside their comfort zone – and into ours, according to experts. As cooler regions experience milder winters, those areas are becoming more hospitable to many tick species, Ben ...

Ticks are spreading outside their comfort zone – and into ours, according to experts. As cooler regions experience milder winters, those areas are becoming more hospitable to many tick species ...

Wearing long clothing, using tick repellents and checking for ticks after outdoor activity are precautionary steps to take to protect yourself from tick-borne illnesses.