There are at least five species of ticks in Washington, but only a few of those are capable of transmitting disease to humans ...

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

Of all ticks found in Michigan, 70% are the American dog tick. Widespread throughout Michigan forests and grassy areas, these ...

I was out walking this morning in a grassy area south of Little Washoe Lake. My friend and I had been discussing ticks as we ...

brown dog tick or Rocky Mountain wood tick. Most people who get sick with this will have a fever, headache and rash. RMSF could be deadly if not treated with the right antibiotics early.