There have been 14 distinct species of ticks recorded in New York by Upstate Medical University’s tick map. The most common is the deer tick, but all of them can transmit Lyme disease.

Ticks and the diseases they carry are only becoming more common. But new treatments and vaccines might not be too far off.

Nearly 31 million Americans are bitten by ticks every year, and with tick-borne illnesses on the rise, officials are urging residents to be cautious.

Tick bites are are on the rise this and they can carry some nasty illnesses. Which are most common depends where you live. Here's what to know to protect yourself.

Lorain County Public Health has issued a warning to residents about a tick species that’s causing an increase in Lyme disease ...

Emergency room visits for tick bites are at a six-year high. Here’s how to prevent tick bites, and what to do if you get ...

Lyme disease is the most common disease carried by deer ticks, but others include the bacterial infections anaplasmosis and ...

The Department of Health offers an online dashboard showing where ticks are prevalent to help people plan outdoor activities.

As summer adventuring kicks into gear, it’s important to stay apprised of the risks of tick bites. Dr. Meegan Leve, a ...

Eastern Ontario is at the epicentre of a tick population boom, and with it, health officials are reporting the highest levels ...