Ticks should be removed with tweezers, grasping them close to the skin's surface. Pull upward with steady, even pressure to avoid leaving the tick's mouthparts embedded. Summer can be a popular time ...
Climate change and increased outdoor activities are contributing to a rise in tick bites and related ER visits, as ticks thrive in warmer conditions and increased human-nature interactions. Ticks can ...
Ticks are a danger in Virginia and can transmit diseases like Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. Use EPA-registered insect repellents on skin and clothing, but follow product label ...
As outdoor lovers, we tend to embrace the idea that time in nature is good for us, but one threat that's become harder to ignore: the growing presence of ticks and the serious diseases they can ...
Researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst say a naturally occurring compound secreted by the skin of donkeys can effectively repel the most common human-biting tick. In fact, they assert ...
As temperatures cool and people head to the woods to enjoy autumn's color-changing leaves, health officials are warning would-be hikers of an increased risk of tick-borne illnesses. A report from ...
Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. This year, visits to the ER for tick bites have been on the rise. Tiny yet dangerous ticks can spread a number of diseases to ...
INDIANAPOLIS — It's that time of year: ticks are active in the Hoosier state, and awareness is key to avoiding bites and the potential for resulting illness. According to state health officials, ticks ...
A research team led by the Medical University of Vienna has gained new insights into how ticks influence the human immune system in order to introduce pathogens. The study shows that the saliva of ...