Earlier springs and warmer autumns present more time for ticks to thrive. Tick populations could see a "boom" in traditionally cooler regions should global temperatures continue to rise, possibly ...

In the past decade, tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) was identified to be an emerging infectious disease, particularly in Europe. This infection is caused by the TBE virus (TBEV), transmitted to humans ...

As Wisconsin experiences its warmest winter on record this year, ticks are starting to make their appearance earlier than previous years, says the state Department of Health Services. Surveillance of ...

A blacklegged tick, also known as a deer tick, which is a carrier of Lyme disease. Photo courtesy of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention via AP Invasive plants, new housing development ...

There are early signs that it could be a bad year for tick bites. In May, the rate of people seeking emergency care for tick bites was the highest it's been since 2019, according to data from the ...

Marci Silbert wasn’t walking far on the evening of May 6. She, her husband, and another couple were visiting friends for dinner, and after eating, took a brief stroll down a short path to a small pond ...

As tick season approaches, experts warn that Illinois residents should be even more wary as the type of ticks in the state increases and the season lengthens. Researchers discovered the Asian ...

This year's tick season has been extremely active, leading to a surge in ER visits because of tick bites, particularly in the Northeast. This year's figures are the highest since 2019, according to ...

Here’s when you need to call a healthcare provider -- and when you don’t. This is a MedPage Today story. While tickborne diseases have been on the rise across the U.S., outdoor enthusiasts can take ...