As the weather warms and outdoor activities increase, it’s crucial to be aware of ticks as peak season is now underway.

Ticks often look black, but their color can range from a brownish-red mahogany to dark brown. A tick's size and number of ...

Two additional tick species in the U.S. have been found capable of transmitting red meat allergy, or alpha-gal syndrome.

“Tick habitat … is spreading,” according to the Washington Trails Association statement. “Ticks have been spotted in more parts of Washington in recent years.” Those parts include the Olympic ...