STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- If you have ever been bitten by a tick, you may have worried it could transmit a disease like Lyme disease or Powassan virus. Some species are more likely to transmit disease -- ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- With locally acquired cases of Lyme disease on the rise on Staten Island, it's more important than ever to identify a tick if you've been bitten. The TickEncounter Resource ...

Ticks can transmit diseases like Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and Colorado tick fever, so prompt removal and medical attention are crucial. To remove a tick, use fine-tipped tweezers to ...

We asked doctors about how to safely remove ticks. Explore top-rated tweezers, twisters, keys, and cards for effective, ...