Pet Health News Are Ticks Making Your Pet Sick Here’s What You Need To Know

New study ranks Mississippi among states with the most ticks. Can a bite make you sick?

Mississippi ranks 21st in the U.S. for tick control services used, according to Terminix. Ticks can transmit diseases like Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS). AGS ... Read More

Can Your Pets Make You Sick? Doctor Reveals Shocking Truth

A Doctor Reveals Five Real-Life Cases Where Pets Accidentally Made Their Owners Sick. From Hidden Infections To Unusual Allergies, These Shocking Incidents Show That Even The Most Loving Companions ... Read More

MyMichigan Health: Don’t let ticks get you sick

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, this summer looks to be the worst tick season in recent years. By July 6, the number of emergency department visits for tick bites had ... Read More

How to protect yourself from ticks year-round

WASHINGTON — Ticks can be active in any season and it’s important to check for and remove the bloodsuckers as quickly as possible — especially after you’ve been outside hiking, gardening or enjoying ... Read More

Rainy Season Pet Tips You Shouldn’t Ignore

The monsoon season brings much-needed relief from the scorching heat and fills the environment with freshness and life. But while most of us enjoy the rains, the wet and humid weather can create ... Read More

Tick talk: What you need to know about ticks and tick-borne diseases

Tick-borne diseases, including Lyme disease, are a growing concern in areas like Chambersburg with abundant outdoor spaces. Ticks transmit diseases through bites, often causing flu-like symptoms and ... Read More

Ticks Are Thriving In Warmer Temps, Experts Say. How to Protect Yourself

Share on Pinterest Experts say climate change is a major factor in the increase and spread of ticks and tick-borne diseases. Karen Kasmauski/Getty Images Health officials report an increasing number ... Read More

Migrating ticks raise disease risks if they can’t be quickly tracked

Biologist Grant Hokit came to this small meadow in the mountains outside Condon, Mont., to look for ticks. A hiking path crossed the expanse of long grasses and berry bushes. As Hokit walked the path, ... Read More

Ticks are migrating, but scant surveillance may leave doctors in the dark on patient treatment

CONDON, Mont. — Biologist Grant Hokit has come to this small meadow in the mountains outside Condon to look for ticks. A hiking path crosses the expanse of long grasses and berry bushes. As Hokit ... Read More