Ticks and the diseases they carry are only becoming more common. But new treatments and vaccines might not be too far off.

Tick bites and related illnesses are on the rise, said one doctor who has seen around two patients with tick bites per day.

Two young sisters who were vacationing with their family died in the Texas floods. When rescuers reached them, they were ...

Grasp the tick as close to the skin's surface as possible using clean fine-tipped tweezers. If fine-tipped tweezers are not ...

But what does a tick bite look like, exactly? The surest way to know if you’re dealing with a bite from a tick vs. another insect is to spot the bug while it’s at work.

For tick bite prevention, WellSpan Medical Group providers want to remind viewers who spend time outdoors to consider using an insect repellent with DEET – which is safe for all age groups ...

Warmer weather is prime time for ticks that can carry Lyme disease and other illnesses. Here's how to spot them and get rid of them.

Getting a tick bite doesn't automatically spell medical emergency, but it is important to know what to do next.