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If you spend time in nature, it's important to understand how to identify tick bites. This guide will help you understand the symptoms.

For decades, biologists assumed a single ‘turtle tick’ crawled across much of Asia. Now detailed DNA and microscope work show ...

Leah Kovitch was pulling invasive plants in the meadow near her home one weekend in late April when a tick latched onto her leg. She didn't notice the tiny bug until her calf muscle began to feel sore ...

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The steady tick of a clock usually feels simple and dependable. Something swings or vibrates in a controlled rhythm and marks the passing of each moment. What you rarely notice is the hidden cost ...

A tiny pug suffered a fast-acting paralysis after a tick bite, alarming its owners. Emergency veterinary care was critical to save the little dog. This video shows the risks of tick-borne diseases and ...