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

These products kill ticks on your dog’s body before they have a chance to spread an infection. Vaccines can also help prevent Lyme disease in dogs. Ask your vet if it's right for your dog.

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 ...

“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 ...