The field of zoonotic infectious diseases, particularly those involving tick-borne pathogens, has taken center stage in global health due to the rapid ...

The key message is to freeze the tick using an ether-based spray from a pharmacy, rather than trying to pull it out. “Never forcibly remove a tick by squeezing, pulling, twisting or other means,” the ...

You just found a tick on your child! What should you do? First, don't panic. It's true that Lyme disease is the most common tick-borne disease in the United States. But your child's risk of developing ...

Warmer weather and longer tick seasons are fueling a surge in tick-related illnesses across the U.S. Lyme disease remains the most common infection, but new threats like alpha-gal syndrome are ...

A Reddit post showing a man’s fingers holding a tick has gone viral, earning more than 40,000 upvotes in less than 24 hours. The parasite, which was pulled off u/9274729373837's dog, caught people’s ...

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — As fall arrives, outdoor enthusiasts are reminded to stay vigilant about ticks, which remain a concern even in cooler weather. Dr. Janel Gordon, a medical expert, emphasizes the ...

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (KFVS) - The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is investigating a recent tick-borne illness exposure. According to IDPH, an Illinois resident became seriously ill with ...

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WSIL) -- The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is urging residents to take precautions against tick bites after a state resident contracted Powassan, a tick-borne illness ...

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