Removing a tick sounds scary, but follow these simple steps.
Lyme disease is the most common vector-borne disease in the United States. According to the CDC, approximately 476,000 people get Lyme disease each year. Ticks are active from March to November, but they become more aggressive...
There is nothing better than going on a hike in the fall. The crisp air, the crunchy leaves under your boots, and the beautiful red, orange, and yellow color scheme! Ahhh – seems like there’s nothing...
Have you ever been enjoying the outdoors on a beautiful summer day and wondered if the ticks were bad in your area? Should you wear taller socks? Longer pants? A long sleeve shirt? Should you put...
Ticks can spread serious diseases to both people and pets. There is a lot of information out there about how to stay safe. Is all of it true? What are the real facts? Our resident doctor...
Enjoying outdoor activities can often mean finding yourself in areas with tall grass or in wooded areas where pests reside. Ticks, and especially deer ticks, are notorious for living in these areas, but also for spreading tick-borne...