Screwworms are possibly the most aptly named parasites imaginable, both literally and figuratively. Screwworms—technically, ...

Discover how weather impacts tick populations and activity in the Mid-Missouri region. Learn about the best ways to prevent tick bites and stay safe outdoors.

In northern states, a tick’s life cycle is two years long. University of Minnesota Associate Professor Jon Oliver explains ...

Just in time for tick season, new research is shining a light on how animals develop resistance to tick bites, which points ...

Just in time for tick season, new research is shining a light on how animals develop resistance to tick bites, which points toward the possibility of ...

Blood-sucking ticks are gross and can carry a variety of diseases. But how do you protect yourself against ticks? And why do ...

Temperatures remain spring-like and warm in South Dakota- but if you’re heading outside, then beware of ticks. The South ...

Just in time for the arrival of warmer weather, the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services has launched a new tick ...

Different types of ticks are more common in different regions, and carry different diseases - - so finding them and removing ...

The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services is urging residents to protect themselves and their loved ones from ...

Early diagnosis can lead to easier and more successful treatment for Lyme disease, a condition that can cause a range of debilitating symptoms and even secondary conditions if left untreated.