The ticks in Wisconsin can be grouped into two categories: common and not-so-common. Here, we’ll discover the three most ...

Ticks are parasites that bite and feed on humans and pets. They can spread Lyme disease and other infections. Here's what to know.

Pull upward with steady, even pressure. Don’t twist or jerk the tick; this can cause the mouth-parts to break off and remain in the skin. If this happens, remove the mouth-parts with tweezers. If you ...

One of the most common diseases ticks can transfer is Lyme disease, Hayes said. The black-legged tick is the primary vector ...

They’re not typically found in beds like bed bugs or fleas. What is Lyme disease? Do ticks spread other diseases? Ticks carry a plethora of bacteria with them, and once they bite a human ...