Pull upward with steady, even pressure. Don’t twist or jerk the tick; this can cause the mouth-parts to break off and remain ...

CHI Health shared some helpful reminders on protecting against bug bites and identifying when a bite may require medical ...

Longer summers and shorter winters in North America mean more warm days throughout the year. These conditions are also ...

After a tick bite, a circular rash may develop at the site. This is an early symptom of Lyme disease. The circular rash can appear days or weeks after the bite and may have a distinctive bull’ s ...

Preventive measures against tick bites include staying on groomed trails ... up with your primary care physician if you develop a rash, fever, fatigue, headache, muscle pain, or joint pain ...

May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month, focusing on prevention and early detection of the bacterial infection transmitted by ticks.

keep an eye out on the area for any rashes and contact your doctor. Ticks are known to hide in tall, grassy areas before they latch onto their chosen hosts. Here are some ways to avoid tick bites.

Northwell Health partnered with Stacker to examine the reasons behind rising rates of tick bites and the expanding regions ...

Flush the tick down the toilet or throw it away in a sealed bag. Monitor the bite area for any signs of infection or rash, and if any unusual symptoms develop or you have concerns, seek medical ...