Jeffrey Bourgeois will study role of human genes in inflammatory responses caused by Borrelia burgdorferi bacteria ...

In much of the U.S., ticks are nearly unavoidable. While most tick bites are harmless, it's important to know what could ...

Leah Kovitch was pulling invasive plants in the meadow near her home one weekend in late April when a tick latched onto her ...

HPJ Field Editor Lacey Vilhauer explains AGS, otherwise known as "red meat allergy" and how to protect yourself from ...

The goal is to determine whether the pain is mechanical, inflammatory, or related to an infection, as each type requires a ...

Doctors nationwide are seeing cases of alpha-gal syndrome, which triggers severe allergic reactions to unusual substances ...

The lone star tick along with the alpha-gal syndrome seems to be spreading in the U.S. Now there's been the first reported ...

FAYETTEVILLE — State and national health officials are encouraging people to take caution as the number of emergency room visits for tick bites spikes. Emergency room visits for tick bites have gone ...

Infected ticks have spread beyond state parks, creating a risk of infection even in residential areas. Early treatment with antibiotics is crucial, as untreated Lyme disease can lead to serious health ...

How can I prevent tick bites? Ticks can be active any time temperatures exceed 39°F, increasing year-round exposure in parks, lawns and even on buildings. Ticks are no longer limited to wooded areas ...

Georgia students broke into the world spotlight after showcasing early Lyme detection advances that could save patients years of suffering.

(WJAR) — Martha’s Vineyard health officials said they are investigating a potential infection of a serious tick-borne disease. According to officials, a resident is potentially infected with Powassan ...