With the number of tick bite-related emergency room visits at a five-year high, a Maryland-based doctor has suggestions on what to do if you find a tick.

Lynne McCormack moved to Chilmark last year and enjoys working at the public library in the small town on Martha’s Vineyard.

Ticks are surging in the DMV, spreading Babesiosis, a dangerous disease. Experts urge caution, early removal, and prevention ...

With nicer weather, more people are likely to spend time in nature — which could mean being bitten by a tick. There are some simple preventative steps to take, like wearing bug repellent; tucking your ...

From June 2 to 8 this year, there were 64 tick bite visits per 10,000 visits. In a similar period in 2024, that rate was 54 visits per 10,000. The rate has come down from the week prior, from May 26 ...

With temperatures soaring over the past few weeks, many of us have been spending more time outdoors, making the most of the ...

The virus, spread by ticks, can cause a disease that leads to swelling of the brain and permanent health problems in half of severe cases.

Grasp the tick as close to the skin's surface as possible using clean fine-tipped tweezers. If fine-tipped tweezers are not ...

With the right preventative care, you can protect your puppy from suffering the health issues that fleas and tick bites cause ...

As cases of the mysterious illness grow, experts warn rising temperatures could lead to the disease spreading in new ...

Dr. Jana Watts offers tip for saying safe this summer from illness and injury and knowing where to go for help if something ...

Blood-sucking ticks are gross and can carry a variety of diseases. But how do you protect yourself against ticks? And why do ...