After the seesaw temperatures that have defined 2026 so far, spring — which begins on Friday — could be buggy. Summer could be, too.

Today we talk about two insects of local interest: the Southern pine beetle, which are biting our trees, and ticks, which are ...

As warmer weather arrives, these are the dangerous snakes, spiders, and ticks found in Delaware.

Gardeners often plant certain herbs hoping they'll help keep pests away. But when it comes to chiggers, one popular garden favorite may not work as expected.

Nick Blackmer is a librarian, fact-checker, and researcher with more than 20 years of experience in consumer-facing health and wellness content. DEET is a safe and effective insect repellent, despite ...

A Pittsburgh woman is left forever changed after being diagnosed with Lyme disease.

You are enjoying a warm summer evening outdoors, and you feel the familiar, itchy pinch of a mosquito bite.

(NEXSTAR) – You’ve likely heard public health officials’ repeated pleas to check yourself, your kids and your pets for tick bites, which can spread serious diseases. While Lyme disease gets the most ...

From the column: "I swear, the farther north you go the mosquitoes get larger. They are the size of aircraft carriers by the time you get to the Boundary Waters." ...

Two locations have been identified as the most likely entry points into Australia for a disease that poses a huge risk to the beef and dairy industries. A University of Queensland-led team has built ...

Nobody wants to think about sexual abuse at summer camp, but avoiding the issue won't make it disappear. "I think parents need to be aware of the risks, conduct proper due diligence and talk to their ...

A GP has explained the strict nine-minute rule that could see your NHS appointment cancelled if you're running late, and why ...