Healthbeat reports tick populations are rising in the Northeast, raising tick-borne disease risks. Here’s how to stay safe.

According to Sykes, it takes at least a month for any signs of Lyme disease to appear in a dog (if they have signs at all).

Once the tick is removed from the skin, the DEP advises washing the area with soap and water and disinfecting the bite site.

Ticks can be active in any season, and it’s important to check for and remove the bloodsuckers as quickly as possible — especially after you’ve been outside hiking, gardening or enjoying ...

Ticks pose a significant threat to pets, transmitting diseases like Lyme disease. Regular checks, especially around ears and ...

“If you’re out all day long, try to do a quick check for ticks every few hours,” said Bobbi Pritt at the Mayo Clinic. “When ...