The control of fleas and ticks in companion animals is not only a matter of animal welfare but also a crucial element in mitigating zoonotic disease risks and enhancing public health. Recent ...

Scientists create potential for genetic tools to control disease-spreading ticks. Research collaboration by the Texas A&M Department of Entomology and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, USDA, creates ...

Prevention is better than a cure, we say in the South, and that’s never been truer than when ticks are involved. Sure, smelly sprays can hold them off, and tick keys and tweezers can help remove them, ...

Research collaboration by the Texas A&M Department of Entomology and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, USDA, creates potential for genetic tools to control disease-spreading ticks. Jason Tidwell is ...

Ick, the dreaded tick! If you're finding ticks in your home, here's how to get rid of them, plus prevent that from happening again.

With the weather slowly warming up, people and pets alike are bound to come across ticks, which could potentially lead to illnesses such as lyme disease. While tick exposure can happen at any time of ...

As pet owners, we always want what's best for our furry friends. In addition to providing them with a healthy diet and exercise, it's also important to protect them from parasites such as fleas and ...

Thank you for your informative articles. I have been doing dairy farming for a while now. One of the biggest headaches over time has been managing tick infestation in my herd. Despite regular spraying ...

PORTSMOUTH — As the Seacoast experiences wet conditions conducive to the proliferation of mosquitoes, the city announced it is continuing its annual mosquito control program, active since April. The ...