When it comes to preventing tick bites—especially in light of the dramatic, decade-long rise in tick-borne diseases—bug sprays help but are less than optimal. For example, DEET was designed to keep ...

The movement of the ticks was observed using tracking software. Once again, the research showed that the octenal was in all cases at least as effective as DEET in repelling the ticks and in the case ...

Ticks are arthropods, not insects, and can transmit diseases like Lyme disease. Ticks inhabit areas with tall grass, shrubs, and leaf litter, requiring direct contact with hosts. Protective measures ...

Ticks and the diseases they carry are growing. Ohio has had a 35-fold increase in Lyme disease in the past 13 years. There are also potentially large impacts to our No. 1 industry in Ohio, which is ...

Ticks are commonly found in grassy or wooded areas and can be brought into homes on pets or clothing. Ticks can transmit diseases like Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, and alpha-gal ...

With the onset of summer, local health officials are reminding residents that ticks are currently active across the state of Michigan, and there are steps and actions that can be taken to prevent ...

As it gets hotter day by day, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is reminding Michiganders to stay wary of ticks. Many people are unaware that these tiny pests can pose ...

Peak tick season is upon us, and if you’re looking for ways to prevent ticks on your lawn, look no further, as I’ve found three experts who agree on using these 4 methods to keep these pests at bay.

This year, visits to the ER for tick bites have been on the rise. Tiny yet dangerous ticks can spread several diseases to humans and animals. But don't panic if you discover a tick on you or a family ...

Ticks can spread diseases to both humans and animals. Keeping your yard tidy is a big step toward keeping ticks away. Knowing how to perform a tick check is also important, (FOX 2) - If you're ...

The nonnative species from Europe, Latin America and Eastern Africa reached the United States by latching on to travelers, a study by researchers in the state shows, offering clues about how ticks ...

It’s almost a rite of passage for service members conducting field training during the spring and summer months in Maryland—the tick check. This careful, whole-body scan can help prevent serious ...