Tick activity has been high so far this year, with emergency department visits sparked by the pests reaching levels we haven't seen in a decade.

It's not unusual for dogs to have ticks, as they can easily attach themselves to their coat while out on walks. Ticks can't jump or fly, so they sit at the tip of grass and plants waiting to brush ...

Family and dog walks through nearby woods and fields these days usually conclude with a close inspection for ticks on us. And ...