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Q&A: With a rare tick-borne disease now in Virginia, what do you need to know?
Since 2016, the Virginia Department of Health has confirmed 17 cases in the commonwealth, according to the study published in the Journal of Medical Entomology. Most of them were on the Eastern Shore ...
These blood-sucking parasites are in peak season. How to avoid getting bitten by ticks in Michigan
Ticks are parasites that bite and feed on humans and pets. They can spread Lyme disease and other infections. Here's what to ...
Lyme disease risk: NYC faces ‘extremely high’ tick exposure threat, researchers warn
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The risk of being bitten by a tick in New York City is currently extremely high, researchers at Fordham ...
Ex-La Jollan’s new nonprofit aims to ‘create a world that cares about Lyme disease’
LymeLnk founder Eva Scarano, who has battled the tick-borne illness, hopes to increase public awareness and education to ...
14 Common Tiny Brown Bugs in the House and How to Get Rid of Them
Learn More › It’s not uncommon to spot tiny brown bugs in the house, especially around food, windows, or moisture-prone ...