Unlike a deer tick bite, a wood tick bite won’t cause the classic bullseye rash. If you find a wood tick on your body, use the same method Merchant recommends above: Gently pull the tick out ...

It’s not just the hiking trail where you need to worry about ticks. These arthropods are now a problem in major cities—and ...

The Mayo Clinic lists symptoms of the early stage occurring three to 30 days after an infected tick has bitten you.

It is a bacterial disease spread through the bite of an infected tick, often by an American dog tick, brown dog tick or Rocky Mountain wood tick. Most people who get sick with this will have a ...

Spring brings sunshine, warmer weather — and ticks. When ground temperatures are above 45 degrees, ticks become more active.

After removing the tick, keep an eye on the skin around the bite. If a rash or flu-like symptoms appear within several days or weeks, see a doctor. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention does ...

Wisconsin sees highest rate of tick bite ER visits since 2021 as summer brings increased risk. Learn how to protect yourself ...

As cooler regions experience milder winters, those areas are becoming more hospitable to many tick species, Ben Hottel, an ...

As summer adventuring kicks into gear, it’s important to stay apprised of the risks of tick bites. Dr. Meegan Leve, a ...

Whether it's a dog or a cat, many pet owners are familiar with the issue: tick season starts with the warmer months. The common wood tick, in particular, can transmit dangerous diseases, including ...

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 and how you can stay safe.

Leona Maguire told Golfweek she is still dealing with tick bites she received during the U.S. Women's open in Wisconsin last month.