Tick season is already off to a rough start, and catching bites early is key to preventing tick-borne disease. Research ...

As the weather warms up, few of us can resist a nice evening walk through the park, or a trip to the countryside to immerse ...

Experts say informed action can be the difference between a simple, itchy nuisance and a major medical emergency ...

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 ...

While Lyme disease gets the most attention – and affects the most people – there are other tick-borne bacteria and diseases that have also been found spreading in the U.S.

There are a few safe ways to dispose of a tick. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendations include drowning ...

"We are having lots of children come into the office and the emergency department for evaluations of tick bites," said Dr. Andrew Handel, a pediatric infectious disease specialist at Stony Brook ...

Arguably one of the most annoying parts of summer are the ticks. Not only are they obnoxious and gross, they can also be dangerous. It is important to practice safety regarding ticks to prevent ...

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

Bites and stings can have different symptoms, ... Tick-borne diseases such as Lyme disease: ... icaridin is a better option for children or people with sensitive skin.

The CDC estimates 500,000 people in the U.S. will get Lyme disease this year, and all it takes is a single tick bite. Wildlife experts say, from what they are seeing, it could be a rough season.

A big concern when it comes to tick bites is Lyme disease, which is the most common vector-borne disease in Delaware. ... Children’s repellents should contain less than 30% DEET.