It's not always obvious when a tick bites you, because it won't *always* leave a mark (more on that in a minute). But sometimes the tick will still be attached when you discover a bite, so the first ...

Medically reviewed by Daniel More, MD Key Takeaways Check your skin for ticks if you've been in wooded or grassy areas ...

WORCESTER ― The number of ticks in Massachusetts is increasing, according to some experts, and that means the risk of catching a serious disease is rising. "Ticks are more active, and they're biting ...

Ticks and the diseases they carry are frightening. Most of us know someone who is suffering from Lyme disease. In the Shenandoah Valley, two tick species are the predominant concern: lone star ticks ...

If you find a tick buried in your skin after a long day outdoors, the natural reaction might be to panic and rip it out. Lyme disease, alpha gal, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and other tick-borne ...

As winter’s chill dissipates and spring’s rain gives way to summer’s warmth, we shed our layers and venture outdoors to enjoy the weather. Spending time outside is a known mood booster, and the ...