Hidden in leaf litter near wildlife corridors, a poorly known threat to public health lies in wait for hikers, cyclists and ...

An NUS-based study says 11 species that have bitten humans here can carry 1 or more harmful microbes. Read more at ...

Researchers at Kansas State University say the number of cases of an allergic reaction to red meat tied to tick bites is ...

Researchers at Kansas State University say the number of cases of an allergic reaction to red meat tied to tick bites is ...

In certain types of winter weather, ticks can actually be active and that means they can pose a threat to humans and animals.

If you develop other symptoms alongside a bite, it’s best to talk with a doctor to determine the cause. Learn more about tick-borne diseases. Aside from bruising, a bug bite may cause ...

Ehrlichiosis is a potentially life-threatening disease that affects dogs worldwide. Here's what every dog owner should know about it ...

Ticks aren’t like bugs that bite you and then fly away. When a tick gets on your body, it sets up camp. It finds a place to eat, then burrows its head into your skin and starts feeding on your ...

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David recovering from his snake bite in hospital. On December 18, David Orin was flown to hospital, where he was met by his wife, a UF nurse, after being bitten by a 4-foot Eastern Diamondback ...

The South Coast is experiencing a horrendous paralysis tick season with more potent parasites than previous years, according to an animal welfare group.