GREENFIELD, Ind., Aug. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Parasites & Vectors, a leading peer-reviewed journal focused on parasites and vector-borne pathogens published the results of a head-to-head study ...

As outdoor lovers, we tend to embrace the idea that time in nature is good for us, but one threat that's become harder to ignore: the growing presence of ticks and the serious diseases they can ...

Many are hopeful that New York City’s recent cold, snowy winter will knock out the black-legged deer ticks that carry Lyme disease. Despite the common misconception that cold weather kills ticks, ...

Diatomaceous earth can kill ticks in dry, sheltered areas but is often not effective outdoors. Plant herbs, remove animal attractants, and use other deterrents to reduce tick presence. Keep your yard ...

Diseases contracted via ticks have been reported in all 50 states, and about 15 states consider ticks an endemic problem, namely northeastern regions like New York and Connecticut. At least 15 species ...

As Michigan’s weather warms, both ticks and humans are waking up from their winter dormancy – that means they could cross paths. And there’s nothing a tick likes more than to hitchhike on you and your ...

Ticks are nasty biters, and can cling onto fabrics for days if left undisturbed. This begs the question: Will ticks die in a washing machine? While a washer can be a good filter for pests such as ...