For those looking to go outside and enjoy a beautiful spring day, keep in mind that Connecticut is attracting more and more ticks, and those ticks are carrying more and ...

Researchers have discovered ticks in Maine carrying a new strain of bacteria that can cause a life-threatening infection in ...

During these critical months, ticks become actively engaged in seeking hosts—this includes wildlife like deer and rodents, as well as domestic pets and humans frequenting outdoor environments.

The three most common species encountered in Iowa are the blacklegged (deer) tick, American dog (wood) tick, and the lone star tick. All three are effective vectors for different diseases and pose ...

The primary tick species to be wary of in New England is the black-legged tick, also called the deer tick or the bear tick. This type of tick carries Lyme disease, an illness that can cause a ...

Suburban living has its upsides — bigger homes, less noise and more natural green spaces, to name a few. Developments with grassy lawns and wooded parks draw families because they create a sense ...