Between legs. Behind the knees. What if there's a tick on me? Gently remove it with fine-tipped tweezers, pulling up steadily. Wash your hands, disinfect the bite and watch the area for signs of ...

Two cases of alpha-gal syndrome suggest that the lone star tick isn’t the only species in the United States capable of triggering an allergy to red meat.

Getting a tick bite can be understandably scary: They're most often discussed in the context of people developing Lyme disease, a bacterial infection that can either be easily treated if caught ...

Deer ticks exist in wooded areas and carry bacteria that can cause infection. A bite often appears as a bullseye shape on the skin and it should be treated immediately. If you spot a tick on your ...

Some tick bites can cause Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS ... including tucking in shirts and putting pants legs inside boots or socks. It'll prevent ticks from crawling under your clothing.