Ticks are active in Fairfax County almost year round, including warm winter days. Lyme disease is still the best known and most common disease spread by ticks in Virginia, but there are others such as ...

"Our study shows this is not a localized problem anymore." Officials issue warning as 'life-threatening' syndrome cases surge ...

"It is very important for people who live in or travel to these areas to be aware of the elevated risk." Health officials issue warning about spread of rare but dangerous disease: 'There is no ...

Winter weather and amount of precipitation may have an impact on the tick and mosquito activity during spring and summer ...

The U.S. state of Texas has issued a "pre-disaster declaration" in preparation for the potential spread of a parasitic insect that burrows into human and livestock bodies and devours tissue. Governor ...

A clinician says dengue fever vaccines should be made available in New Zealand, as the Cook Islands reports a death from their current outbreak - an outbreak that has seen cases in Aotearoa grow too.

Small tick prevention habits feel easy to skip but the overlooked steps before and after walks are often the ones that stop ...

North Fork, CA - Every day we are exposed to a variety of chemical toxins that have a significant impact on our health. Understanding where these ...

Opossums are not tick superheroes. The real win is respecting wildlife and using proven yard habits that actually lower risk fast.

CDC warns travelers after chikungunya outbreaks in five countries; avoid mosquito bites and check vaccine options.

If you're exposed to pepper spray, clear the area and seek fresh air, and use room temperature water to rinse the eyes. Learn what to do and when to get help.

Does Pam cooking spray cause lung damage? A jury just awarded $25 million to a man who alleged it does.