Ticks

Alpha-gal syndrome is a serious red meat allergy triggered by the bite of a lone star tick. Learn how to identify risks and protect your yard.

A tick must generally remain attached for 36 to 48 hours to transmit Lyme disease. Learn the timeline and how to safely remove ticks to reduce risk.

Ticks are primarily attracted to yards that offer high humidity, tall vegetation for questing, and abundant hosts like rodents or deer.

Ticks cannot burrow completely under human skin. They only insert mouthparts to feed, though swelling can make them appear fully buried.

Prepare for tick season hiking by wearing protective clothing, using appropriate repellents, and performing thorough post-hike body checks.

Ticks are most active from early spring through late autumn. Learn about their seasonal cycles and how to protect yourself throughout the year.

Keep ticks off your cat by maintaining a tick-free yard, performing regular grooming, and using veterinarian-approved preventative treatments.

Yes, putting clothes in a high-heat dryer can effectively kill ticks. Learn how to properly heat-treat your garments after spending time outdoors.

Ticks cannot jump, fly, or drop from trees. Instead, they crawl onto low plants and wait to cling to passing hosts in a behavior called questing.

If a tick’s head remains in your skin after removal, do not panic. Clean the area, allow the body to heal, and monitor for signs of infection or illness.