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 ...