Veterinarians are reporting an increase in ticks on animals compared to past years, serving as a reminder to check pets after ...

Veterinarians are reporting an increase in ticks on animals compared to past years, serving as a reminder to check pets after they have been outside.

From splash time to nap time, summertime is for the dogs! But warm weather can also be dangerous for our furry friends. Never leave your pet in a parked car. Even on a cooler 70-degree day, the ...

If your dog plays outside, often experts recommend to check your pet for a bite in the form of a raised bump because there are more ticks this year.

As any hiker or dog walker can attest, checking for ticks is routine practice after being outdoors at this time of year.

As Virginians head outdoors during warmer weather, an emergency medicine physician with Virginia Tech is spreading awareness about tick bite prevention and treatment.

Allergic reactions from alpha-gal syndrome can be as varied as its triggers, ranging from joint pain, tissue swelling, itchy skin, gastrointestinal issues and anaphylaxis.

Tick season lasts from early spring through fall, and ticks can have dire consequences if they aren’t found. It can happen to ...

The number of reported dog bites on mail carriers rose to more than 6,000 nationwide, according to the U.S. Postal Service. What about Florida?

While growing up on a farm and enjoying outdoor pastimes such as fishing, hunting and camping, I don’t remember ever seeing a ...

Any ticks collected are sent to the state's public health department to be identified. The Will County Health Department ...

Tick bites are nearly double already this year. Will this summer be the worst yet? - A bite from an infected tick can land ...