It turns out that donkeys are exceptionally good at repelling deer ticks. Now, researchers at the University of Massachusetts ...

As summer heats up, so does tick season, and with it comes the risk of Lyme Disease. Dr. Dylan Wyatt, an emergency medicine ...

This year, an Upstate city isn't alone when it comes to having many a mosquito ― two more cities in SC are also swarming with ...

They're almost invisible, yet the thought of them can make your skin crawl. Mites, those minuscule relatives of spiders, are common inhabitants of our world, and sometimes, they might decide to take a ...

Fleas are among the most common — and most frustrating — parasites pet owners face.  At Guardian Animal Medical Center, we ...

Your socks are critical to your outdoor wardrobe—these are your first line of defense against ticks. If you are hiking, ...

Learn about common household products that may cause allergic reactions in your pets, leading to discomfort and even serious ...

Kulick: Prevention is the best medicine. Thinking ahead to try to avoid both tick and mosquito issues will pay off in the ...

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 ...

With tickborne illnesses on the rise, experts are urging you to stay extra vigilant. Follow these six steps to protect yourself.

A new tick has been found in Michigan—here’s what you need to know about it to protect yourself and your pets this summer.

The Pennsylvania Department of Health is offering advice for how residents can protect against tick bites and Lyme disease.