Thanks to warming winters and milder temperatures, ticks are thriving in more parts of the country than ever before — bringing the risk of tick-borne illnesses like Lyme disease.

The best way to avoid a tick bite is to stay away from tick habitats. But that's hard for farmers and other outdoor workers ...

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Ticks are parasites that bite and feed on humans and pets. They can spread Lyme disease and other infections. Here's what to know.

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“Ticks are beginning to be prevalent, particularly ticks that transmit Lyme disease. They are more active in the late spring ...